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Orthopedic / Cast Technologist MA - Full time - Flexible hours - Exeter, United States - Exeter Health Resources
Description
Assists Orthopedic Physician/Provider in office procedures and in surgical cases by performing the following duties.Requirements:
Post-secondary Education
BLS within 6 months of hire
Orthopedic Technician Certification through a nationally recognized program (NBCOT) within 9 months of hire OR Registered/Certificatied Medical Assistant with 2 years of Orthopedic experience and completion of a registered Orthopedic Technologist program (ASOP) within 9 months of hire.
Major Responsibilities:
Assists/Performs cast removal and application.
Applies braces, CAM walkers and other DME as directed by physician/provider.
Provides patient education on proper care and maintenance of cast or splint. Educates patient on extremity signs and symptoms of ill-fitting cast/splint.
Assists Physician/Provider with examinations and procedures and consults with the physician and other specialists as required to ensure optimal patient care.
Performs accurate and timely documentation of patient care information on appropriate patient medical record forms.
Performing clinical duties such as:
obtaining vitals; cleaning instruments; preparing exam rooms; ordering of casting supplies; and arranging for any necessary special equipment.
Administration duties such as scheduling; organizing patient charts; filing; pulling and copying of patient records.
Ordering/Preparation of medication under the direction of the physician.
Applies waterproof casts; fiberglass splints along with pre-op and post-op bulky splints. Removes sutures and staples and applies special wound care dressings under the direction of the attending physician.