Surgical Services - OR Tech / Surgical Tech

Job Description

• This position will not assist with surgeries. This is an outpatient role only and is primarily splinting/casting/wound care. Will accept a SURG tech with these skills, Outpatient experience and a completed ortho tech checklist.

Location:

2400 E Katella Ave, Ste 400, Anaheim, CA 92806

Required:

• 2+ in an outpatient setting with STRONG ortho specialty experience
• Splinting/Casting/Wound care experience
• BLS (AHA or ARC Only), Ortho Tech Cert Preferred
• Flu Vaccination (no declination/no exemptions)

Shift:

5x8 0800-1700

1st Time Travelers Accepted:

Yes

Preferred:

• Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification from NBCOT (National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists) required within 180 days.

Job Duties:

• Assists physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient.
• Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment of the orthopedic patient. (i.e proper care of cast and splints).
• Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction.
• Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction; Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation.
• Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care.
• Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials.
• In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first aid procedures, Assists with aspirations; Prepare injections; Position, prep and drape patients.
• Applies and manages post-operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques.
• Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products.
• Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and record in medical record as needed.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs and record in medical record as needed.
• Performs designated diagnostic tests as directed by provider.