The Orthopedic Technician provides direct orthopedic care to pediatric patients by assessing and prioritizing needs within the clinic. They partner with the healthcare team to deliver specialized treatments and maintain clinic competencies.
Requirements summary
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification, with a preference for 1+ years of pediatric orthopedic experience. Candidates should be proficient in casting, bracing, and capable of lifting up to 75 pounds.
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Partners with healthcare team and assesses, prioritizes and provides care to clinic patient population.
Meets specific requirements, goals, and competencies established within the Orthopedic clinic.
Primary Location: Greenfield Clinic (3365 S 103rd St., Milwaukee, WI 53227) Other clinics include: Milwaukee main campus and/or Delafield Onsite: Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (example) No evenings No weekends Experience: 1+ years pediatric experience in orthopedics with proven competency in all relevant areas of practice preferred Education: High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required Course work in biology or physics preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of orthopedic surgery instruments, orthopedic casting techniques, application of braces, normally acquired through a minimum of one year related experience preferred.
Must be able to transfer and ambulate patients, lift orthopedic devices, stand for long periods of time and lift objects up to 75 pounds.
Frequently bends, lifts, twists, reaches, and squats.
Occasionally push/pulls and does overhead work.
Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with physicians, patients, parents and staff.
Requires flexibility of time and duties in order to work in a fast paced environment.
Familiarity with personal computer operations and functions.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, providers, staff, and leadership.
Good analytical ability to observe and communicate problems as they arise.
Promotes courteous behavior as outlines in the department's guest relations’ guidelines.
Additional Notes: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross within 90 Days Required CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants Preferred ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc.
Preferred Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.
We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness.
We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants, ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc.
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