Orthopedic Technician - Childrens Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Clinic

Orthopedic Technician - Children's Hospital of Richmond- Fredericksburg Ortho Clinic 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 10530 Spotsylvania Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Part-time VCU Health System 993 reviews Part-time Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick. Our team is a family. We work together to give every child in our growing community a chance to heal, recover and celebrate their super powers. Under the supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, the Orthopedic Tech job applies casts, splints and other DME to the Orthopedic patient population in an outpatient setting. This role provides patient/family teaching to a wide variety of patients with varying educational levels. This role also orders and maintains supplies in the cast room. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for

Hire:

Orthopedic Technician Certified (OTC) by the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologist (NBCOT) preferred Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: BLS Certification required Current/active OTC certification preferred Experience

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N/A Experience

PREFERRED

Previous experience in the outpatient clinical setting Education/training

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High school diploma or GED required Education/training

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N/A Independent action(s) required: Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care related to casts, splints and wound care all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policy/procedure. Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor regarding time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from standard and identifying educational resources to meet developmental needs. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:

All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):

Physical:

Lifting greater than 100 lbs.

Other:

Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities:

Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory:

Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional:

Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.