West Virginia University Hospital, Inc
Lead Orthopaedic Tech
West Virginia University Hospital, Inc, Evansdale, West Virginia, United States
United States, West Virginia, Morgantown
Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Assist with the care of orthopedic patients. Apply complex casts, splints, and other orthopedic devices under the guidance and supervision of attending medical staff. Maintain orthopedic equipment. Responsible for the use and ordering of all medical supplies, including managing and meeting department supply budget. Ensure the implementation of patient care orders and manages efficient patient flow in the cast room. Provides day to day direction and mentorship to other Orthopaedic Technicians. Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety. Participation in Compliance and other important training is a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE
High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides day to day direction and mentorship to fellow Orthopaedic Technicians in departmental workflows and job performance as needed.
Manages efficient patient flow of the cast room.
Responsible for assisting with technical/surgical procedures to include but not limited to casting, cast removal and splinting under the direct supervision of the orthopedic physicians.
Apply complex casting techniques to include patellar tendon bearing casts and Munster casts.
Responsible for ensuring implementation of patient care orders.
Promotes safe and effective use of medical equipment and supplies.
Responsible for the use and ordering of all medical supplies, including ensuring compliance to departmental supply budgets.
Maintain a sanitary work area to include patient care rooms, equipment and instruments; reports equipment malfunctions; order and stock supplies.
Promptly reports any unusual patient conditions, responses, or concerns to the provider.
Instructs patients and family members in proper use, care, application and removal of equipment.
Responsible for completing basic competencies in addition to departmental specific competencies.
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations within specialized field.
Direct day to day supervision of Orthopaedic Cast Technicians, Ambulatory Nursing Assistants, and Ambulatory Medical/Care Assistants.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting, standing for extended time, pushing, pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, lifting, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead.
Must also work effectively under stress or emergency situations.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Outpatient clinic/office setting.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
Requires interpersonal and communication skills, including being empathetic, tactful, courteous, with attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
Cost Center: 8160 WVUH Orthopaedics
Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Assist with the care of orthopedic patients. Apply complex casts, splints, and other orthopedic devices under the guidance and supervision of attending medical staff. Maintain orthopedic equipment. Responsible for the use and ordering of all medical supplies, including managing and meeting department supply budget. Ensure the implementation of patient care orders and manages efficient patient flow in the cast room. Provides day to day direction and mentorship to other Orthopaedic Technicians. Adheres to policies, procedures and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety. Participation in Compliance and other important training is a condition of employment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE
High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.
EXPERIENCE
Three (3) years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides day to day direction and mentorship to fellow Orthopaedic Technicians in departmental workflows and job performance as needed.
Manages efficient patient flow of the cast room.
Responsible for assisting with technical/surgical procedures to include but not limited to casting, cast removal and splinting under the direct supervision of the orthopedic physicians.
Apply complex casting techniques to include patellar tendon bearing casts and Munster casts.
Responsible for ensuring implementation of patient care orders.
Promotes safe and effective use of medical equipment and supplies.
Responsible for the use and ordering of all medical supplies, including ensuring compliance to departmental supply budgets.
Maintain a sanitary work area to include patient care rooms, equipment and instruments; reports equipment malfunctions; order and stock supplies.
Promptly reports any unusual patient conditions, responses, or concerns to the provider.
Instructs patients and family members in proper use, care, application and removal of equipment.
Responsible for completing basic competencies in addition to departmental specific competencies.
Stays abreast of new trends and innovations within specialized field.
Direct day to day supervision of Orthopaedic Cast Technicians, Ambulatory Nursing Assistants, and Ambulatory Medical/Care Assistants.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Sitting, standing for extended time, pushing, pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, lifting, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead.
Must also work effectively under stress or emergency situations.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Outpatient clinic/office setting.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have a strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.
Requires interpersonal and communication skills, including being empathetic, tactful, courteous, with attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.
ADDITIONAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
Cost Center: 8160 WVUH Orthopaedics
Address: 1 Medical Center Drive Morgantown West Virginia
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
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