It's the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact? Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush, with locations in Chicago and the Western Suburbs, is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The physicians of Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush have received specialized training in orthopedic surgery and in subspecialty areas within the field of orthopedic medicine and can diagnose and treat even the most complicated and rare musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 10 in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics. Ready to join? We are looking for a full-time Orthopedic Technologist to be based at the outpatient clinic in Munster, Indiana . The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service and communication skills. The Orthopedic Technician is responsible for providing assistance to patients and clinical staff in the full scope of orthopedic services. Applicant must be a certified MA or Orthopedic Technologist. Duties involve casting, splinting, dressing changes, and phlebotomy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Apply and remove and/or assist with casts, splints, and dressings as ordered by the physician. As directed by physician, removes staples, sutures and external fixation devices, as well as collects or assists with the collection of specimens, including venipuncture and C&S, and preparing specimens for processing. Prepare and fit all types of orthopedic bracing devices and dme. Instruct patients regarding care of casts, splints, dressings, dme etc. Wound care as directed by physician. Adjusts crutches and canes to fit patient. Assist front desk with rooming patients in the event it is a slow cast room day. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients. Instructs patients in care of and assists patients in walking with casts, braces, and crutches. Ordering supplies and maintaining supply inventory. Creating PO for purchasing. Ensure rooms are cleaned between patients, as well as cleaned and stocked at the end of the day. Travel may be required to any of the 7 MOR clinic locations. Other duties as assigned Education and/or Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED) One or more years of orthopedic experience/healthcare experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Certified Orthopedic Technologist Certified Medical Assistant What's in it for you? MOR offers their employees a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

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$22.00 - $27.00 per hour. Compensation at MOR is determined by many factors, which may include but are not limited to, job-related skills and level of experience, education, certifications, geographic location, market data and internal equity. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package. Quarterly Bonus Incentives Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays. Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance. Voluntary life, AD&D, and short-term disability insurance. Critical Illness and Accident Insurance. 401(k) Savings Plan. 401(k) Employer Contribution. Pet Insurance. Commuter Benefits. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Tax-Advantaged Accounts (FSA, HSA, Dependent Care FSA). HSA Employer Contribution (when enrolled in a HDHP). Tuition Reimbursement. Continuing Education of up to $2,500 annualized. Excellent working relationship with prestigious group of physicians in Orthopedics in the US and #1 in Illinois and Indiana. Our employees make the difference in our patients' lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we're all about. Equal Opportunity Employer. #INDAOJ Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.