Orthopaedic Technician

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. 6 months of cast tech training is required as evidenced by completion of Department ofOrthopaedicskills check list is required.

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

3. West Virginia state criminal background check required, and Federal, if applicable, for DHHR BMS regulated area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Training is preferred

EXPERIENCE:

1. 2 years of experience as a nursing assistant is preferred

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.Other duties may be assigned.

1. Casts, splints, and applies durable medical equipment as ordered by staff Orthopaedics surgeons

2. Delivers patient care as directed by physicians

3. Obtain and document vitals on patients

4. Provide support to medical staff to assure patients' needs are met and to assure efficient operation of outpatient unit

5. Assist providers when possible in completing requisitions or forms for patient examination or testing. May assure availability of test results for patient visits. Assist patients and providers with medical office visits.

6. Administer prescribed medication under supervision of attending provider.

7. Perform qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations of specimens.

8. Obtain and document patients' specimens as ordered.

9. Documents and reports test results to medical provider

10. After training and skills testing may perform assigned and/or all ordered POCT tests and maintain quality control testing and logs

11. Schedules additional ancillary testing as needed. Assists providers when possible in completing requisitions or forms for patient examination or testing.

12. Act as chaperone during medical examinations.

13. Ensure medical records and test results are available for visit, including those from referring physicians. Inspect/review medical records to maintain correct order and completeness.

14. Monitors nurse call system and relays information to appropriate staff. Answers telephone calls and transmits information to appropriate staff.

15. Provides assistance and information to patients, families, and visitors as instructed by the physician.

16. Participates in Quality Assurance Program to assure quality patient services are provided.

17. Generate required patient charge data according to WVU Medicine outpatient procedures.

18. Assist in maintaining appropriate inventory of supplies and equipment for patient care needs by preparing orders and reporting needs to supervisor. Demonstrate knowledge of use and care of all equipment including printers, embossers, and computers.

19. Assist with maintenance of inventory and equipment on assigned outpatient unit.

20. May schedule and coordinate new and return appointments using computerized system according to WVU Medicine outpatient clinic policy and procedures. Schedule and coordinate diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.

21. May assure registration of patients. Collect vital information for purposes of patient identification and billing purposes and enter data into computer. Obtain charts and fee sheets necessary for patient visits. Obtain signatures from release of information and consent to treatment.

22. May assist Registration Specialist with deposit of money and with late night coverage. May assist Manager/Supervisor with unit correspondence using computer software.

23. May process and mail letters to patients

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Very demanding - must be able to lift, push or pull a minimum of 40 pounds

2. Must be able to remain focused for a long period of time to sufficiently apply a cast or splint.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Very busy clinic environment.

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WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.