Orthopedic Technician

Job description

LOCATION: ARIZONA SPORTS MEDICINE CLINIC - SCOTTSDALE: An orthopedic technician assists with the care and treatment of orthopedic patients Education : GED OR High School Diploma: Minimum Certification : Orthopedic Technician Certification from the National Board for Certification on Orthopedic Technicians preferred. CPR certification. Experience : Work requires a level knowledge of patient care methods, procedures and techniques. One year experience in orthopedic setting - Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources. This includes adherence to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan, Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement, and the Corporate Compliance Program, reporting issues as necessary. - Assists in the care of patients by fitting and applying pre-operative braces, crutches, other soft goods, and preparing patients for all testing procedures. - Prepare and apply casts and orthopedic appliances. - Assisting with orthopedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures, and fracture reductions. - Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe environment for patients and visitors. This i...