Orthopedic Technician - Orthopedics (Medical Center)
Company: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 9, 2024
Job Description:
At Houston Methodist, the Orthopedic Technician position is
responsible for assisting physicians and professional nursing
personnel in the care and treatment of patients with orthopedic
needs. This position maintains the orthopedic equipment and cast
equipment, assists with the application and removal of plaster
casts. The Orthopedic Technician position coordinates and applies
the usage of traction, continuous passive motion (CPM) devices, and
specialty beds.
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Interacts with patients, staff and other departments in a
caring and courteous manner. Collaborates with all members of the
interprofessional care team by actively communicating and reporting
pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive
manner.
- Functions as a team member, responding willingly and positively
to colleagues' needs for assistance and partnership. Promotes a
positive work environment with the interprofessional care team.
Problem-solves, assists other techs.
- Contributes towards improvement of department scores for
employee satisfaction, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Prepares patients for application of orthopedic devices.
Accurately measures patients for custom and off the shelf braces.
Reviews medical record prior to patient intervention.
- Dispenses, applies and adjusts continuous passive motion (CPM)
devices and traction apparatus according to Physician's orders.
Assembles and applies skeletal traction, overhead frames and
trapeze bars, Buck's traction, cervical traction, pelvic traction,
balanced suspension, lateral and Russell's traction and other
devices as appropriate.
- Assists physicians in the application, removal and adjustment
of plaster casts.
- Coordinates, applies and adjusts specialty beds and specialty
mattress overlays.
- Contributes recommendations towards improving department score
for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintains and accurately operates equipment and devices.
Coordinates all technical and clerical work related to the
performance of the Orthopedic Treatment Room.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement providing
recommendations impacting quality and safety targets, reporting
near misses. Contributes to meeting department and hospital targets
for quality and safety.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Orders supplies and products and devices for future use.
- Accurately documents patient charges and charts treatment in
appropriate patient record.
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively, minimizing
incidental overtime and prioritize daily tasks. Meets labor
productivity standards by effectively managing established daily
responsibilities and assignments.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline
competencies with a focus on continual development. Fosters a
positive and constructive patient care environment by engaging
co-workers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in
alignment with department objectives.
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in
performance improvement projects and department shared governance
activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an
on-going basis, including the development of advanced skills.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include:
GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full
completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
- One year hospital, vocational, military, one-the-job- training
or orthopedic clinic experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED
- BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
- COT - Certified Orthopedic Technician
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the
English language necessary to perform the essential functions of
this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or
employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians,
family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a
customer service focus and application of positive language
principles
- Must have knowledge of ABNs
- Exhibits proficiency in application/removal of traction,
splints, fiberglass casts, custom orthotic molding and fitting and
plaster casts as directed by physician orders
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills (written and verbal
communication, ability to deal with challenging situations, etc.)
- Demonstrates independence and exercises judgment in
interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team, patients
and their families
- Displays strong time management skills
- Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
including but not limited to organizing workflows and actively
participating in problem-solving
- Ability to provide a supportive and engaging environment that
enhances the quality of life for patients
- Experience in a team focused work settingSUPPLEMENTAL
REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs Yes
- Business professional No
- Other (department approved) NoON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* NoTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area NoCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral
part of Houston Methodist's overall strategy to become one of the
nation's leading academic medical centers. Established as a
nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical
Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to
maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing
their practice within an academic environment.Houston Methodist is
an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities,
disabled persons and veterans.Equal Employment OpportunityHouston
Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Equal employment
opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist
is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in
discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or
seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other
characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Keywords: Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group, Baytown , Orthopedic Technician - Orthopedics (Medical Center), Healthcare , Houston, Texas
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