The Riverside University Health System - Medical Surgery Center is seeking to hire an Orthpedic Technician to join their Orthopedics Clinic located in Moreno Valley. The selected candidate will be responsible for assisting with procedures, wound care as well as application and removal of cast, splints and braces, and performing other duties as assigned.
The ideal candidate will have experience in an outpatient clinic setting, and familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR).
Under direction, assists physicians and professional nursing personnel in the care and treatment of patients with orthopedic needs; maintains the cast room and orthopedic equipment and devices; assists by applying and removing plaster casts; and performs other related duties as required.
The Orthopedic Technician is the journey level classification in the Orthopedic Technician series and reports to, and receives administrative supervision from, professional level supervisory nursing personnel. Incumbents are expected to perform a variety of duties requiring a greater technical knowledge in an outpatient clinic under the technical supervision of an Orthopedist.
Advancement to the advanced journey level class of Senior Orthopedic Technician is obtained by competitive selection through an open recruitment.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm
Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association.
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Founded in 1893, Riverside University Health System Medical Center has grown into a cornerstone of healthcare excellence and medical education in the region. Our highly skilled healthcare professionals and dedicated support staff are committed to delivering exceptional, state-of-the-art care to the diverse populations of Riverside County.
Located in Moreno Valley, our 439-bed Medical Center is home to a Level I Trauma Center, a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center, and the county’s only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping others, RUHS Medical Center is the place for you!
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• Apply and remove all types of casts, splints, bandages, and slings, following instructions of the physician.
• May set up traction apparatus as directed; order X-rays following physician guidelines.
• Attend to patients during follow-up visits by checking casts, splints, bandages, and slings for problems, and remove, trim, and re-apply as necessary.
• Assist during patient visits by performing minor work-ups (e.g., range of motion examinations); may assist Orthopedist during examinations.
• Check examination room to ensure availability of proper equipment, charts, and X-rays; fit and instruct patients in the use of crutches, canes, and other devices.
• Maintain and ensure operational readiness of equipment and supplies in the cast room.OPTION IEducation: Successful completion of an orthopedic technician program recognized by the National Association of Orthopedic Technologists (NAOT) or completion of an orthopedic training program that meets the requirements of the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT).
OPTION II
Experience: One year performing orthopedic procedures (e.g., application and removal of splints, bandages, and slings) under the supervision of an Orthopedist.
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: The functions and basic operation of an orthopedic outpatient clinic; equipment used in orthopedic medicine (e.g., traction and splinting devices).
Ability to: Apply and remove all types of casts, splints, braces, and bandages; set up and adjust traction apparatus; maintain simple records; earn and preserve the confidence of patients; follow oral and written instructions.For further information regarding this posting, contact the recruiter: Denise DeCampat ddecamp@rivco.org or call 951-955-0196.Due to the high volume of calls, please allow up to 2 business days to receive a response.
