Orthopedic Technologist I

In Orthopedic Clinic at Main Campus Lowder Building

Work schedule will be Full-time on the Day Shift, Monday- Friday 8-4:30 with call.

Summary:

The Orthopedic Technologist I works under the supervision of the ordering faculty physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to provide assistive care and support for patients in specialty care clinics, Emergency Department, Operating Room and inpatient units. Assists with orthopedic procedures, device management, and emergency interventions while ensuring safe, age-appropriate care. Collaborates with team members and supports efficient clinic operations, contributing to a positive patient experience and high-quality care.

Other Information:

Dressings, casts, appliances

Spica tables

Traction equipment

Risser spinal table

Retractors/other Surgical Instrumentation As Required

Cast saws

Computers

Essential:

Credentials with Equivalent Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support
  
  

Essential:

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:

• High School Diploma Graduate or Equivalent
  
  

Nonessential:

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:

• 1 Year job experience as Staff Level with specialization in the field of Rehabilitation Physical Therapy
  
  

Orthopedic Clinic specializes in the diagnosis and treat of musculoskeletal conditions of childhood. It is a statewide and regional referral center for congenital, developmental and traumatic disorders for children from birth through adolescence. Our physicians, Fellows, Physician Assistants and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioners evaluate and treat conditions ranging from the simple to the complex including: Scoliosis and other spinal conditions, hip disorders of childhood, clubfeet and other foot anomalies, congenital and traumatic limb deficiencies, limb lengthening, Blount's disease and angular limb abnormalities, upper extremity and hand disorders, fractures and dislocations, growth plate injuries, neuromuscular disease, brachial plexus palsies and dwarfism. Rehabilitation Clinic includes the services of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine physicians. Services cover a variety of diseases and conditions including but not limited to cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, muscular dystrophy, spina bifida, brachial plexus injury, and stroke. These physicians have special interests in spasticity management and provide maintenance of Intrathecal Baclofen pumps and perform Botulinum Toxin and Phenol injections for treatment of spasticity and other movement disorders.

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8-4:30 with call, Day Shift, Monday-Friday Standard Days