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Duke Health Integrated Practice
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Duke Orthopaedics Arringdon - 5601 Arringdon Park Dr #300, Morrisville, NC 27560
The Orthopaedic Technologist is a trained member of the orthopaedic team who works with all associated health care professionals in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities concerning all orthopaedic procedures
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
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High School Diploma / GED required
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Course work in Anatomy and Physiology preferred
Casting experience and 2 years orthopaedic experience preferred .
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Ortho Tech Certification preferred but not required
Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based upon a basic understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another.
Understanding of theory and application of manual, skin and skeletal traction.
Understanding of the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing change and in setting up for sterile clinical procedures.
Ability to articulate the role of an Orthopaedic Technologist to the general public.
Demonstrated commitment to quality assurance and quality patient care.
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
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