What are the responsibilities and job description for the MEDICAL ASSISTANT - ORTHOPEDICS SPECIALTY position at ORTHOPEDICS SPECIALTY in Baltimore, MD - LifeBridge Health?
Summary
Who We Are
LifeBridge Health is a dynamic, purpose-driven health system redefining care delivery across the Mid-Atlantic and beyond. Guided by our mission to "improve the health of people in the communities we serve," we are committed to advancing health access, elevating patient experiences, and fostering a culture that values bold ideas and community-centered care.
The Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics (RIAO), located at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, is a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive orthopedic care for both adults and children. RIAO specializes in limb lengthening, joint preservation and replacement, hand and upper extremity surgery, and more.
We are seeking an Orthopedic Technician to join our team. Under the direct supervision of a physician, the technician performs a variety of clinical duties to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. This includes applying and adjusting orthopedic equipment, removing sutures and staples, positioning patients for procedures, and supporting the overall function of the clinic.
The ideal candidate is proactive, collaborative, and committed to delivering excellent service in line with LifeBridge Health’s customer care standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply and adjust casts, splints, and braces; fabricate custom casts using materials such as plaster, fiberglass resin, and polyethylene.
- Assist physicians in the operating room with casting and traction application.
- Set up and regulate orthopedic devices; inspect, apply, and remove braces, bandages, sutures, and staples as directed.
- Position orthopedic patients for diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
- Evaluate and support operational needs, including staffing, infrastructure, and equipment within assigned areas.
Requirements
- Less than 1 year of relevant experience (new graduates welcome to apply).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) required.
Join a team where innovation meets compassion and be a part of shaping the future of orthopedic care.
Additional Information
What We Offer:Impact: Join a team that values innovation and outcomes, delivering life-saving care to our youngest and most vulnerable patients.
Growth: Opportunities for professional development, including tuition reimbursement and developing foundational skills for neonatal critical care leadership and advanced certification.
Support: A culture of collaboration with resources like unit-based practice councils and advanced clinical education support — improving both workflow efficiency and patient outcomes and allowing you to work at the top of your license.
Benefits: Competitive compensation (additional compensation such as overtime, shift differentials, premium pay, and bonuses may apply depending on job), comprehensive health plans, free parking, and wellness programs.
Why LifeBridge Health?
With over 14,000 employees, 130 care locations, and two million annual patient encounters, we combine strategic growth, innovation, and deep community commitment to deliver exceptional care anchored by five leading centers in the Baltimore region: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Grace Medical Center, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, and Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital.
Our organization thrives on a culture of CARE BRAVELY—where compassion, courage, and urgency drive every decision, empowering teams to shape the future of healthcare.
LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. LifeBridge Health does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression.