Lead Orthopaedic Tech

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

3. State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable), as required for regulated areas.

EXPERIENCE:

1. Three (3) years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position.They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties.Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provides day to day direction and mentorship to fellow Orthopaedic Technicians in departmental workflows and job performance as needed.

2. Manages efficient patient flow of the cast room.

3. Responsible for assisting with technical/surgical procedures to include but not limited to casting, castremovaland splinting under the direct supervision of the orthopedic physicians.

4. Apply complex casting techniques to include patellar tendon bearing casts andmunstercasts.

5. Responsible for ensuring implementation of patient care orders.

6. Promotes safe and effective use of medical equipment and supplies.

7. Responsible for the use and ordering of all medical supplies, including ensuring compliance to departmental supply budgets.

8. Maintain a sanitary work area to include patient care rooms,equipmentand instruments; reports equipment malfunctions; order and stock supplies.

9. Promptly reports any unusual patient conditions, responses, or concerns to the provider.

10. Instructs patients and family members in proper use, care,applicationand removal of equipment.

11. Responsible for completing basic competencies in addition to departmental specific competencies.

12. Stays abreast of new trends and innovations within specialized field.

13. Direct day to day supervision of Orthopaedic Cast Technicians, Ambulatory Nursing Assistants, and Ambulatory Medical/Care Assistants.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Sitting, standing for extended time, pushing, pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, lifting, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead.

2. Must also work effectively under stress or emergency situations.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Outpatient clinic/office setting.

SKILLS ANDABILITIES:

1. Must have a strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology.

2. Requires interpersonal and communication skills, including being empathetic, tactful, courteous, with attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize responsibilities.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.