Smg-Ortho Tech Non Cert

Description:

Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Assist physician and nursing staff with the proper delivery of orthopedic care, under the direction of both the orthopedic physicians and nursing staff and is supervised by a Registered Nurse.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Understands all aspects of application, removal and adjustment of casts, braces, splints, traction and improvised setups.

• Identifies the needs of the patient and/or family based on history, signs and symptoms and/or changes in the patient's condition and informs/advises the nurse and/or physician.

• Fits and adjusts canes, crutches and walkers and gives patient instruction in the use of these walking aides.

• Fits simple braces and prosthetics and performs minor adjustments and repairs.

• Applies all types of prefabricated soft goods ie/. slings, collars, and immobilizers.

• Maintains supplies and stock as needed.

• Assists orthopedic surgeon in ER procedures, as in reduction of fractures and dislocations, minor surgery and pin removals and cast wedging.

• Enters daily departmental charges into charge system.

• Utilizes equipment needed for application, adjustment and repair of casts and braces, alignment jigs, hinge apparatus.

• Reads x-ray films.

• Applies and removes all types of extremity casts and variations ie., short and long arm casts, short and long leg casts, cylinder casts, hinge knee and elbow casts using plaster, synthetic materials and thermoplastics as appropriate.

• Fabricates splints for various conditions under direction of the orthopedic surgeon.

• Assists physician in application of special casts ie., club foot casts, body casts, spicas, etc.

• Provides maintenance of casts and determines needs for repair and reinforcement.

• Adjusts and repairs casts and braces.

• Instructs the patient in cast care to include danger signs.

• Demonstrates proficiency in traction, principles and application techniques and prepares or sets up specific types of traction that is requested by the physician.

• Assesses patients in traction, detects deficiencies in the apparatus and makes adjustments as necessary. Educates nursing staff on the specialized care needs of the patient in traction.

• Demonstrates knowledge of medical and surgical asepsis and prepares for surgical procedures.

• Sets up and maintains a sterile field for minor orthopedic procedures such as intra-articular injections, aspirations, and subcutaneous hardware removal.

• Assists in minor surgical procedures including wound retraction, wound closure and intra-operative manipulation. Sets up specialized equipment such as fracture tables and risers.

• Completes other duties as assigned.

• Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System's Customer Service Behavioral Standards of Performance, by respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of those we serve.

• Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality and HIPAA Security procedures and protocols as defined under the HIPAA Privacy and Security Procedures.

• Follows established HIPAA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information.

• Maintains and protects patients' rights under the HIPAA Privacy Standards

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. • Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). • Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. • Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). • Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. • Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. Work Experience • Knowledge of medical terminology • Skilled in utilizing a variety of nursing equipment. • Physically able to lift, move and transport patients. • Demonstrated interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians, nurses and other hospital associates. • Demonstrated knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based upon physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service areas as related to the principle duties and responsibilities of the position. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience. • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. Education • High school education or G.E.D. • Successful completion of the Sparrow Orthopedic Technician training program

Sparrow Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Activation Date: Tuesday, February 13, 2024

Expiration Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024

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