Orthopedic Assistant

Job Description

Aids proper patient-flow. Performs patient care under the physician's/nurse's direct supervision.

Job Responsibility

Coordinates workflow in the division, such as performs measurement and screening procedures according to protocol which may include, but is not limited to, height, weight, head circumference, blood pressure, pulse, temperature, audiometry and vision testing.Records and plots findings on patient chart. Applies and removes casts and specialized devices. Assists physicians and nurses with examinations and procedures related to the clinical area-of-assignment. Secures Supplies. Maintains established practices, procedures and objectives.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Prior casting ability or casting coursework required. 1-2 years technical experience preferred.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).