Job Description
Orthopedic Technician
Job Category: Clinical Requisition Number: ORTHO
Full-Time On-site Hourly Range: $24.38 USD to $32.99 USD Algonquin, IL 60102, USA
Description
Job Purpose:
The Orthopedic Technician works directly with the Orthopedic Doctors and Surgeons in the treatment of bone and joint injuries. Principally, orthopedic technology involves the application and removal of casts, splints and braces; however, an orthopedic technician must also instruct patients in caring for their injuries, understand and adjust traction equipment and be able to adjust crutches, walkers and other aids and provide instructions to patients in their use.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
• Fits patients with OTS and custom fabricated DME product, fabricate custom orthotics
• Applies and removes Cast and Splints, applies dressings, and remove staples/sutures as needed
• Orders supplies for the clinic
• Oversees th...