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Orthopedic Casting Technician
OrthoAlaska LLC —Anchorage, AK
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
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Physical Therapy Technician - South Anchorage Office
Rebound Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy, LLC —Anchorage, AK
- From $16.50 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- 401(k)
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Orthopedic Casting Technician

OrthoAlaska LLC -
Anchorage, AK

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Profit sharing
Health savings account
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
On-the-job training

Qualifications

Mid-level

Full Job Description

Orthopedic Casting Technician, OPA–Anchorage, Full-Time

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska seeks a highly skilled, dedicated and professional Orthopedic Casting Technician to join our rapidly growing and dynamic team. At OPA, employees enjoy work-life balance, competitive salaries, and comprehensive medical, dental, FSA or HSA, life, and disability insurance, as well as profit sharing, 401(k), and paid time off starting at three weeks per year.

Learn more about Orthopedic Physicians Alaska at www.OPAlaska.com.

General Summary: In a collaborative environment and working under the guidance of physicians, orthopedic technicians teach patients to use walking aids such as canes and crutches, and fit and adjust equipment as necessary. Orthopedic technicians apply and remove plaster and synthetic casts and inform patients about the risks of treatment. Under the guidance of surgeons, orthopedic technicians fabricate splints and manage other medical technology, including braces and prosthetic limbs.

Ideal attributes

Follows the organization's standards for ethical business conduct.
Must be highly motivated and work well in a team environment.
Conducts self as a positive role model and team member.

Representative duties

Performs splinting, casting, and application of traction, braces and other devices under the direction of an orthopedic physician or physician assistant.
Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an orthopedic technologist and specific training, assisting orthopedic physician with dressing changes, suture and pin removal, incision and drainage, reducing fractures, etc.
Educate patients and staff regarding proper care and use of appliances.
Document the care administered.
Monitor and order and all casting, clinical, DME, and patient supplies including instruments
Clean and autoclave instruments.
Orient and provide on-the-job training in casting and splinting to resident physicians and staff.

Knowledge and skill requirements
Knowledge:

Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice.
Knowledge of sterile technique and of orthopedic supplies.

Skills:

Skill in the area of tact and diplomacy in interpersonal interactions.
Ability to effectively share information with patients and families.
Skilled in the application of casting, splinting, and orthopedic appliances

Abilities:

Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to plan, prioritize and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion with others.

Education: High school diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)

Preferred Experience: Medical Assistant or orthopedic technology certificate or related associate's degree

The mission of OrthoAlaska, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska division is to provide the finest orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care in North America through quality, patient-centered care. Each of our physicians and surgeons works in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to provide patients an individualized care-team experience. Currently, we have offices in Anchorage, Wasilla, and Eagle River.

Employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk-in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.

OPA values quality, patient-centered care, personal fulfillment through continuous improvement, team development, and community service. We welcome applicants who embrace our same core values and possess a daily renewed attitude of excellence.

OPA benefits include health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.

OrthoAlaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.

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