Orthopedic Technician

What We Offer The Orthopedic Technician is responsible and accountable for providing patient care under the guidance and supervision oflicensed personnel, and the delivery of orthopedic and surgical services following hospital and departmental policies,procedures, and standards of care.

What We're Looking For Education:

High School Diploma or GED, required. College coursework in anatomy and physiology, preferred.

Experience:

One year of previous Orthopedic Technologist experience, preferred. One year of healthcare experience, preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

National Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, preferred.

Additional Skills Required:

Cast application and removal. Setting up and removal of traction. Suture removal. Pin extraction (Knee, Elbow, Ankle, Pavlik Harness, Bebax Shoes). Wound cleansing and dressing application. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills. Why Choose Novant Health? At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves. Job Opening

ID 164521

Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED, required. College coursework in anatomy and physiology, preferred.

Experience:

One year of previous Orthopedic Technologist experience, preferred. One year of healthcare experience, preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

National Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, preferred.

Additional Skills Required:

Cast application and removal. Setting up and removal of traction. Suture removal. Pin extraction (Knee, Elbow, Ankle, Pavlik Harness, Bebax Shoes). Wound cleansing and dressing application. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills.