Orthopedic Tech

Overview

Orthopedic Tech )

Description:

Under direct supervision of qualified orthopedic personnel, and according to established policies and procedures, performs both technical and non-technical duties such as applying traction equipment, applying and removing casts, providing operation room assistance, maintaining equipment, ensuring adequate inventory and/or supplies, and related duties.

• Under direct supervision of qualified orthopedic personnel, and according to established policies and procedures, performs both technical and non-technical duties such as applying traction equipment, applying and removing casts, providing operation room assistance, maintaining equipment, ensuring adequate inventory and/or supplies, and related duties.

• Minimum Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent with additional classes in basic science and anatomy.
• One to two years experience in related patient care activities.

• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary for maintaining productive relationships with medical and nursing staff.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity for passing instruments, cutting sutures, and related work.
• Ability to stand and walk while performing daily rounds at least 80% of the time.
• Ability to reach, bend, push, pull and lift while applying/adjusting orthopedic equipment and providing assistance to patients.

DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital, Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, helped pioneer the evolution of emergency medicine and currently has one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments anywhere. The first and largest verified burn center in the state is at Receiving, and it is one of only 43 in the nation. Receiving also offers the state’s leading 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized and accredited DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Tenet Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes health, professional development, and work-life balance. Available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder care, auto and home insurance

Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

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