What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Technician - Full Time - 1st Shift position at Dayton Children's Hospital?
Facility:
Outpatient Care Center - TroyDepartment:
Ortho Clinical SupportSchedule:
Full timeHours:
32Job Details:
The Orthopedic Technician plays a vital role in supporting orthopedic providers and enhancing patient care across outpatient clinics, procedural units, and specialty services. The Ortho Tech is responsible for the application, adjustment, and removal of orthopedic casts, splints, and related devices, while ensuring patient comfort, safety, and education throughout the treatment process. This role works closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and clinic staff to support efficient clinic flow, high quality care delivery, and an excellent patient and family experience.Assist in training and onboarding new orthopedic technicians, medical assistants, and PCAs by providing guidance on clinical workflows, patient care procedures, and department protocols. Support their integration into the team by answering questions, demonstrating best practices, and ensuring they understand safety standards and daily responsibilities
Ortho Techs demonstrate strong clinical skills in casting and splinting (including upper and lower extremity applications), assist with patient assessments such as vital signs and pain screening, and provide clear education to patients and caregivers regarding device care, activity limitations, and follow up needs. They are expected to maintain compliance with infection prevention, HIPAA, and safety standards, while accurately documenting care and supporting clinic operations such as scheduling coordination, referrals, and patient throughput.
Required Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma
Experience
0-3 years of healthcare experience
Preferred Qualifications
OTC certification highly encouraged
Department Specific Job Details:
Shift: 32 hours per week, Monday - Friday rotating as needed per day, 8:00AM -4:30PM or clinic closing. Will float to Main Campus Clinic, ED/OR or South Campus as needed when Troy is closed or clinics not running.