Orthopedic Tech FT

POSITION SUMMARY:

Staff Ortho Technician is responsible for assisting licensed therapy staff under onsite supervision in providing specific services within the plan of care as specified by the therapist. Further, technicians are responsible for routine department maintenance, transportation of patients, preparation or set up of treatment equipment and work areas, assisting patients with their personal needs during treatment, and carrying out a predetermined segment or task in the patient’s care. In additions an Ortho Technician is responsible for traction set up and daily maintenance under the direction of a physician. On-call scheduling and some travel is required in the provision of services between facilities and job functions. This position summary contains the most relevant duties, responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Must be able to travel to STHS facilities as needed in position.

2. Must demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct through compliance with all policies and procedures, the Code of Conduct, attendance at required training and immediately reporting suspected compliance issue(s) to the Compliance Officer.

EDUCATION / LICENSURE:

1. High School diploma, GED or Higher Education required.

2. Minimum 5 years experience as Physical/Occupational (or equivalent) technician.

3. Must have and maintain current BLS certification, according to unit specific needs. Certification must be in accordance with the curriculum of the AHA, for Healthcare Provider’s Program.

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