About this role
As an Orthopedic Technician, you’ll work alongside physicians and nurses to support orthopedic care within a military healthcare environment. You’ll prepare and apply casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices; assist with procedures and wound care; and help patients understand how to safely use and care for their orthopedic equipment.
Employment Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday; nine-hour shifts between 6:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., including a one-hour unpaid meal break. Maximum 40 hours per week.
On-Call Rotation: One week, Monday–Sunday, no more than once every four weeks. Respond by telephone within 10 minutes; if called onsite, arrive within 45 minutes of responding or within 60 minutes of the original call.
Compensation:
Base pay: $22.92–$25.47 per hourHealth and welfare benefit: Up to $5.42 per hour, in accordance with the Service Contract ActOn-call rate: $8.00 per hourCallback rate: $27.47 per hourPaid leave: 80 hours of PTO, 56 hours of sick leave, and 11 paid holidaysKey Responsibilities:
Fit and apply casts, splints, braces, crutches, and other orthopedic appliances and soft goodsAssist physicians and nurses with wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures, fracture reductions, dressing changes, and the removal of sutures, casts, and splintsEducate patients on cast and traction care and the safe use of orthopedic devices, while supporting appropriate education for patients and their familiesMaintain clean, organized, and well-stocked cast and supply areas, including coordinating special equipment and supply needsSupport clinic information systems and data-collection activities while protecting patient privacy and confidentialityFollow established clinical, safety, quality, and emergency-response procedures while remaining current with orthopedic care practices and supplies Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent, with additional training or education related to orthopedic careAt least one year of related experience in an accredited hospital within the past 24 months, resulting in familiarity with orthopedic hospital or clinic routines and procedures, including orthopedic trauma, pediatrics, hand, foot and ankle, sports, and/or spine care.Current national certification through the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals or the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic TechnologistsCurrent Healthcare Provider BLS certification meeting American Heart Association or American Red Cross guidelinesKnowledge of patient privacy and advocacy, customer relations, HIPAA, and applicable AAAHC, Joint Commission, and clinical practice standards All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.
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