PROSTHETIC/ORTHOTIC TECH I

PROSTHETIC/ORTHOTIC TECH I

University of New Mexico

• Hospitals
• 3.6 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $17.86
• $26.

78 an hour 5 days ago Qualifications Cost management Fabrication Working with geriatric patients Cost control Patient safety High school diploma or GED Custom prosthetic fabrication Pediatrics Equipment maintenance Plastics Geriatrics Entry level Full Job Description Receive 17% Weekday Nights, 26% Weekend Nights and 15% Weekend Day shift differentials Minimum Offer $ 17.86/hr. Maximum Offer $ 24.47/hr. Compensation Disclaimer Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department:

CTH Orthotics FTE:

1.00

Full Time Shift:

Days Position Summary:

Fabricate simple prosthetic/orthotic devices to provide maximum medical improvement for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Assist higher level prosthetic/orthotic technicians and orthotist. This is an entry level position which provides on-the-job training. Ensures adherence to Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures. Patient care assignment may include; Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed responsibilities:

CASTS

• Fabricate and finish plastic and/or metal prosthetics/orthotics for upper extremity, lower extremity, and spinal orthoses

COST CONTROL

• Utilize parts and supplies in a manner that maximizes efficient and cost-effective production of prosthetic/orthotic devices

SUPPLIES

• Assist in ordering, care, maintenance, and utilization of department equipment, supplies, and inventories

EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote workplace safety

DEVELOPMENT

• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services, meetings and workshops

PATIENT SAFETY 1

• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures and protocols

PATIENT SAFETY 2

• Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes

PATIENT SAFETY 3

• Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk

PATIENT SAFETY 4

• Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner

PATIENT SAFETY 5

• Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications Education:

Essential:

High School or GED Equivalent Experience:

Essential:

Nonessential:

Credentials:

Essential:

Not Applicable/Not Required Physical Conditions:

Heavy Work:

Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.

Working conditions:

Essential:

Med Haz:

Mod exposure to chemicals/dangerous equip/materials Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required

Department:

Clinical Nursing Support