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PeaceHealth

Orthopedic Technician

PeaceHealth, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227

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PeaceHealth is seeking an Orthopedic Technician for a full‑time, 1.00 FTE, day position. The salary range for this job opening is $25.49 – $38.18, and the hiring rate depends on education, training, work experience, collective bargaining terms, seniority, and other factors.

Job Summary Responsible for applying and removing orthopedic appliances including casts, splints, and braces. Educates patients on proper care and application of appliances.

Essential Functions

Coordinates and schedules surgical procedures with physicians, hospital surgery scheduling, managed care, and patients.

Applies and removes orthopedic appliances including casts, splints, and braces.

Educates patients on proper care and application.

Evaluates patients who present problems with casts or splints and makes appropriate modifications or adjustments.

May assist physician with pin removal, incision and drainage, setting fractures, joint injections, and other procedures as required and within scope.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Education

High School Diploma Preferred or equivalent.

Experience

Minimum of 2 years preferred: Cast room experience.

Preferred: Knowledge of sterile technique and orthopedic supplies.

Credentials

Required: Basic Life Support upon hire.

Preferred: National Board for the Certification of Orthopedic Technologists.

Skills

Experience with relevant PC applications, including basic MS Office skills (Required).

Ability to use office equipment and phone systems (Required).

Working Conditions Lifting

Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment (NIOSH).

Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.; pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. force.

Ability to move around the area with occasional sitting.

Fine motor skills for controlling medical equipment.

Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, stooping, reaching, and grasping.

Environmental Conditions

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids, and airborne particles.

Time spent on site in a medical/hospital setting.

Mental/Visual

Vision and hearing within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).

Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions, paid time off, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, tuition and continuing education reimbursement, wellness benefits, and an expanded employee assistance program with mental health services.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.

EEO / affirmative action employer/vets/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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