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- Gathers and documents brief history and chief complaint in the medical record.
- Follows established guidelines to obtain necessary testing based on the chief complaint prior to the exam. Prepares patient for examination by the health care provider.
- Performs medical tasks such as the application, adjustment, and removal of common and difficult orthopaedic devices to include DME, ex-fix, splints.
- Assists provider with procedures and minor surgical procedures including basic wound care and fracture reductions.
- Obtains necessary patient specimens for diagnostic testing (i.e. wounds).
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Registration as an Orthopedic Technologist through the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP)
- Demonstrated skill in venipuncture, wound care, and cast care
- Two to three years orthopaedic technologist and medical office experience in an Orthopaedic environment
- CPR certification is required
registered orthopaedic technologist - Hunt Valley, MD , USA, United States - University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Description
Responsible for assisting physicians and nursing staff with patient care and treatment of orthopaedic patients. Responsible for chart management and patient flow. Performs delegated medical tasks such as casting, bracing, and splinting. May perform clerical duties.Where the electronic system is in use, this position will utilize the system as documented in the department and/or FPI standard operating procedure and process; and other duties as assigned.
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