Orthopedic Tech | UF Health Jax Ortho Clinic | Full-time | Days

Under supervision of the Orthopedic Clinic Charge Nurse, the Technician Orthopedic is responsible for applying a wide variety of casts; applies, monitors, evaluates, and maintains various continuous passive motion equipment; sets up and maintains traction and/or suspension devices; and assists physicians in the operating room, Emergency Department, or Trauma Center. The Technician Orthopedic also maintains inventories, attends inpatient hospital rounds, and documents all procedures in a timely fashion.

ResponsibilitiesApplies a variety of casts including cast braces, splints, and other Orthotic devicesChanges dressings, removes staples and/or sutures, removes external fixtures, and evaluates skin conditionApplies, monitors, evaluates, and maintains various continuous passive motion equipment (CPM) and its proper range of motion (ROM)Applies hinged orthosis equipment Sets up and maintains traction and/or suspension devicesAssists orthopedic surgeons in the operating room, Emergency Department, or Trauma CenterMaintains inventory of orthopedic supplies and devices Maintains and cleans all equipment and the cast roomsSets each type of Orthosis in accordance with physician's orders QualificationsRequired EducationGED or High School DiplomaNecessary Skills 1.

Knowledge of universal precautions, orthopedic procedures and equipment, and medical terminology.2. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Required Licensure/Certifications:CPR/BLS Two (2) years previous experience as a patient caregiver, preferably in an orthopedic related environment.

Preferred

Patient caregiver in an orthopedic related environment.