What are the responsibilities and job description for the Orthopedic Technician position at Phoenix Children's?
Orthopedic Technician
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Orthopaedics
Location: Glendale
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)
Posting #: 1054196
Employee Type: PRN
Position Summary
This position assists the orthopedic practitioners and other staff members with the care and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Technician will predominately operate in the clinic locations however, there are occasions where they may be required to perform work in a hospital based setting.
Position Duties
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
Department: PCMG-MAIN | Orthopaedics
Location: Glendale
Shift: Mon-Fri, Days, 8am-5pm
Category: Patient Care Svcs(Tech & Asst)
Posting #: 1054196
Employee Type: PRN
Position Summary
This position assists the orthopedic practitioners and other staff members with the care and treatment of patients with musculoskeletal conditions. The Orthopedic Technician will predominately operate in the clinic locations however, there are occasions where they may be required to perform work in a hospital based setting.
Position Duties
- Applies and removes casts, changes dressings, and removes sutures/staples as directed by the presiding practitioner. The employee documents actions taken, supplies used, techniques utilized, related measurements, etc. in the patient's electronic medical record according to Phoenix Children's policy.
- Assists providers with the application, adjustment and removal of splints, slings and other orthopedic DME related appliances.
- Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
- Oversees the orthopedic material stock levels and places orders to replenish supplies on an as needed basis.
- Supports routine clinic care functions, including patient intake, discharge, and care follow up
- Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.
Mission
To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families
Vision
Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.
We realize this vision by:
- Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
- Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
- Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
- Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families
- We place children and families at the center of all we do
- We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
- We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
- We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
- We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable