Memorial Healthcare System
Medical/Orthopedic Assistant - Peds Orthopedics - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bon
Memorial Healthcare System, Boca Raton, Florida, us, 33481
Medical/Orthopedic Assistant - Peds Orthopedics - FT - Days - $2,500 Sign on Bonus - MPG - JDCH
Location:
Hollywood, Florida
Summary Under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant or registered nurse, provide patient care to orthopedic patients.
Responsibilities
Provide wound care and wound care education.
Obtain all results and/or outside images and reports at intake and upload into Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Perform routine orthopedic procedures, including fitting, applying and removing casts, splints, bandages, braces, walkers, crutches, traction, pin/suture removal, and assist with reductions.
Assist physician with orthopedic surgical procedures and/or orthopedic procedures.
Obtain vitals of patients.
Order X‑Rays based on the treatment plan by the physician’s documentation.
Provide education to patients and their families on injuries and use of casts, splints, crutches, and other orthopedic devices.
Maintain stock of orthopedic equipment and supplies.
Competencies
Accountability
Assessment - Patients
Customer Service
Knowledge of Disease Process
Patient and Family Centered Care
Patient Safety - Nursing
Responding to Change
Standards of Behavior
Education and Certification Requirements
Accredited Orthopedic Technology Program (ROT) graduate or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program graduate.
Accredited Program (Required)
BLS American Heart E‑Card (BLS AHA ECARD)
BLS American Heart RQI E‑Card (BLS AHA‑RQI ECARD)
BLS Certification American Heart Non‑Ecard (BLS AHA)
BLS Certified Grace (BLS GRACE) – Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)
Additional Job Information Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required work experience: six (6) months of patient care experience or six (6) months experience as an orthopedic assistant, and/or Medical Assistant.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping 60%
Keyboard Entry 60%
Kneeling 60%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 40%
Lifting or Carrying 0‑25 lbs Non‑Patient 60%
Lifting or Carrying 25‑50 lbs Non‑Patient 40%
Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 0%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 60%
Sitting 40%
Squatting 60%
Standing 60%
Walking 60%
Audible Speech 60%
Hearing Acuity 60%
Depth Perception 60%
Seeing - Far 60%
Seeing - Near 60%
Bio hazardous Waste 60%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory 60%
Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 60%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 60%
Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 60%
Dust 60%
Gas/Vapors/Fumes 60%
Computer Monitor 60%
Wet or Slippery Surfaces 40%
Shift Primarily for office workers – not eligible for shift differential.
Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Equal Opportunity Statement Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We recruit, hire and promote qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). Employment is subject to post‑offer, pre‑placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954‑276‑8340 (M‑F, 8 am‑5 pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net.
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Hollywood, Florida
Summary Under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant or registered nurse, provide patient care to orthopedic patients.
Responsibilities
Provide wound care and wound care education.
Obtain all results and/or outside images and reports at intake and upload into Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Perform routine orthopedic procedures, including fitting, applying and removing casts, splints, bandages, braces, walkers, crutches, traction, pin/suture removal, and assist with reductions.
Assist physician with orthopedic surgical procedures and/or orthopedic procedures.
Obtain vitals of patients.
Order X‑Rays based on the treatment plan by the physician’s documentation.
Provide education to patients and their families on injuries and use of casts, splints, crutches, and other orthopedic devices.
Maintain stock of orthopedic equipment and supplies.
Competencies
Accountability
Assessment - Patients
Customer Service
Knowledge of Disease Process
Patient and Family Centered Care
Patient Safety - Nursing
Responding to Change
Standards of Behavior
Education and Certification Requirements
Accredited Orthopedic Technology Program (ROT) graduate or Certified Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program graduate.
Accredited Program (Required)
BLS American Heart E‑Card (BLS AHA ECARD)
BLS American Heart RQI E‑Card (BLS AHA‑RQI ECARD)
BLS Certification American Heart Non‑Ecard (BLS AHA)
BLS Certified Grace (BLS GRACE) – Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)
BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC)
Additional Job Information Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required work experience: six (6) months of patient care experience or six (6) months experience as an orthopedic assistant, and/or Medical Assistant.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Bending and Stooping 60%
Keyboard Entry 60%
Kneeling 60%
Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater 40%
Lifting or Carrying 0‑25 lbs Non‑Patient 60%
Lifting or Carrying 25‑50 lbs Non‑Patient 40%
Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg 0%
Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm 60%
Sitting 40%
Squatting 60%
Standing 60%
Walking 60%
Audible Speech 60%
Hearing Acuity 60%
Depth Perception 60%
Seeing - Far 60%
Seeing - Near 60%
Bio hazardous Waste 60%
Biological Hazards - Respiratory 60%
Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion 60%
Blood and/or Bodily Fluids 60%
Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens 60%
Dust 60%
Gas/Vapors/Fumes 60%
Computer Monitor 60%
Wet or Slippery Surfaces 40%
Shift Primarily for office workers – not eligible for shift differential.
Disclaimer This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.
Equal Opportunity Statement Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. We recruit, hire and promote qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). Employment is subject to post‑offer, pre‑placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954‑276‑8340 (M‑F, 8 am‑5 pm) or email TalentAcquisitionCenter@mhs.net.
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