Certified Orthopedic Tech

**Overview**

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health – one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.

**Responsibilities**

The Certified Orthopedic Tech primarily supports podiatry and orthopedic needs. The Tech will assist providers with casting, orthotics, wound care, DME and ordering supplies. Some in-office procedures, such as ingrown nails, tenotomies, cyst removals, toe amputation and bone resection, will also be responsibilities of this role. This position is in the outpatient clinic setting and will have the opportunity to help primary care providers, as well, if they have any casting or DME needs.

**Position Summary:**

The Certified Orthopedic Technologist is specially trained in the field of Orthopedics and provides assistance to the Provider in caring for orthopedic patients.

Responsibilities include:

- patient assessment

- applying casts and splints pursuant to the Provider's order

- applying orthopedic devices, pre-fabricated orthotics, and traction

- documenting patient concerns and care provided in the patient's medical record

In addition, if qualified, may be asked to perform Medical Assistant and/ or back office duties as needed.

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Qualifications:**

- Meet educational requirements to successfully obtain The National Board Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT) Certification

- Certified Orthopedic Tech (OTC)

- Current BLS through American Heart Association

- Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions based on understanding anatomical structures and the relationship with one another. General knowledge of anatomy, physicology, medical terminology, fracture healing and complications, wound healing and complications, principles of aseptic techniques, application and use of orthopaedic equipment and supplies.

- Strong verbal and written communication skills.

- Ability to take initiative while displaying proper judgement.

- Ability to work well as part of a team.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

- Two or more (2+) years experience in in Orthopedics and/or Podiatry clinic or office performing patient assessments, applying casts, splints and orthopedic appliances, and assisting with direct patient care and in office procedures preferred.

***This position is represented by SEIU-UHW

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**Pay Range**

$36.49 - $41.83 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.