Orthopedic Technician

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

To provide patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed health care provider.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Applies and removes casts, changes dressings, and removes sutures/staples as directed by the presiding practitioner. The employee documents actions taken, supplies used, techniques utilized, related measurements, etc. in the patient's electronic medical record according to institutional policy and standards of care. Additionally, the employee will bill for services when clinically appropriate and according to expected institutional billing practices.
• Assists with procedures such as (but not limited to) reductions, pin insertion and removal and other orthopedic related procedures.
• Assists providers with the application, adjustment and removal of splints, slings and other orthopedic DME related appliances.
• Provides patient instructions on how to care for casts and other devices and when to call the office.
• Partners with other members of the inter-professional team to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Serves as a liaison with the Orthotics and Prosthetics team for bracing supplies.
• Maintains a clean and safe working environment.
• Oversees the orthopedic material stock levels and places orders to replenish supplies on an as needed basis.
• Supports routine clinic care functions, including patient intake, discharge, and care follow up.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as requested.
• Participates in regulatory readiness activities and quality improvement projects, as needed.
• This position will be required to cover other orthopaedic surgery clinics, as needed.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum two (2) years? experience in a clinic and/or hospital setting
• Completion of a Certified Orthopedic Technology training program preferred
• Completion of an Allied Health program in a related field with Surgical Assist program preferred
• Progressively responsible experience in the application of casts and wound treatment is necessary.
• Considerable knowledge of casting materials is necessary.
• Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers
• Ability to take vital signs
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively and take direction from multiple sources
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, families, medical staff, and other inter-professional partners
• Strong organizational and people skills
• Thorough knowledge of Orthopedic nomenclature, anatomy, and disease process
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation
• This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring of patients
• The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or functions.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, day shift with variable start times.

Work Locations

CW Mott Children?s Hospital, Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic and other orthopaedic surgery clinics, as needed.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Vaccination Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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