Orthopedic Technician (Outpatient), Full-time, Day Shift

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.

Job Summary:

Assists physician in providing patient examinations, procedures and orthopedic procedures. Assists physician in cleansing wounds, assists in reducing fractures, pin insertions and applications of surgical dressing.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred Experience as a Medical Assistant (MA):

Preferred Licenses/Certifications:

Orthopedic Technician certification: Preferred Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification or Basic Life Support (BLS

OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS

) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred Surgical Technician certification:

Preferred Department Specific License/Certifications:

AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS:

Required Essential Functions:

Assists the physician/surgeon with tasks related to bracing, splinting and casting and other procedures as needed. Responds to emergencies and other STAT requests. Performs clerical duties. Consults with provider concerning procedures and patient condition. Applies, removes and adjusts orthopedic devices (i.e. splints, casts, bandages and slings) under physician supervision/instruction. Assembles/disassembles equipment and instrument ensuring that equipment is available for procedures and examinations. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify.

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