Orthopedic Technician (Ortho Tech)

Job Details

Job Location

Luke Air Force Base (LAFB), AZ - Luke AFB, AZ

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Travel Percentage

Up to 25%

Job Shift

Day

Job Category

Health Care

Description

Title: Orthopedic Technician

Location: Luke Air Force Base, AZ

Position Type: Full time

Contract: DHA

Education Level: High School or GED equivalency

Job Category: Health Care

Start Date: October 1, 2024

Our Company Promise

We are committed to providing our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Vighter’s Mission is to provide efficient, fast, high quality healthcare staffing to our clients. Our Culture’s 5 key elements are crucial to the effectiveness of our employees in accomplishing our mission.

These elements are:

• Dependability

• Integrity

• Personability

• Transparency

• Responsiveness

  Creating and cultivating this Culture within the organization is our commitment to our employees.

  Above all, Vighter employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude that they are expected to share externally with every Vighter Client and Customer.

  Summary:

  Vighter is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) which provides professional healthcare staffing services to Federal, State, and Local government clients. The company is quality focused and registered ISO 9001:2015 and accredited by The Joint Commission in Healthcare Staffing Services.

  Vighter is recruiting Orthopedic Technicians (Ortho Techs) for positions at Luke Air Force Base (LAFB), AZ. Orthopedic technicians, also known as orthopedic technologists, work with orthopedic surgeons to provide support in the operating room and with patients.

  Key Responsibilities:

• Assists physicians with patient care; properly fits and applies pre-operative braces, crutches, and other soft goods; assists in preparation for and application of casts and orthopedic appliances; changes dressings; removes sutures, casts, and splints.

• Assists physicians and nurses with orthopedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures, fracture reductions, etc; instructs patients in cast and traction care and the use of orthopedic appliances.

• Maintains clean and well-stocked cast and soft goods room; orders special supplies and/or equipment.

• Coordinates data collection resources for the clinic information systems.

• Remains current with orthopedic trends, care and supplies; performs other duties as assigned.

• Must have excellent communication skills to train new Ortho Technicians in orthopedic tasks, casting, and procedures as well as instructing patients on all aspects of care.

• Chaperones patients.

• Screen all patients to include General Surgery patients.

• Gives training and instructions to other hospital staff such as Physician Assistants, Acute Care Physicians, nurses, and medical journeyman concerning casting techniques and principles.

• Ensures cast room, surgical suite and treatment rooms are adequately stocked with supplies to include office supplies operating publications and linens.

• Trains other medical staff on these procedures.

• Executes reception desk duties and trains other Ortho Technicians according to standard operating procedures.

• Reviews patient medical records for previous exams and other pertinent data for provider’s reference during current exam. Schedules and provides preoperative instruction/information for surgical procedures for both outpatients and inpatients. Documents patient education provided.

• Maintains records of upcoming appointments performed in the clinics.

• Trains telephone etiquette to other Ortho staff and requests assistance or information from patients, administrative support staff, nurses and physicians.

• Schedules follow-up patient visits. Maintains and files physician copy of clinic records. Must be fluent with the 56 MDG computer systems.

• Constructs and applies a variety of splints and casts using all form of casting to include thermoplastic casting materials as determined by the provider.

• Provides training to Ortho staff.

• Applies subsequent or uncomplicated casts independently. Shapes and attaches splints.

• Draws up injection medications as prescribed by the physician and preps injection site prior to the injection using proper sterile techniques, knowledge of medication given and possible side effects and adverse reactions.

• Takes, monitors and records physiological measurements.

• Triages urgent needs. Screens all patients to include General Surgery patient.

• Assists with medical treatment, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures per treatment protocols.

• Attends morning leadership safety huddle as needed.

• Assembles, maintains, and operates medical, diagnostic and therapeutic equipment.

• Performs or assists with the performance of specialized testing and examinations.

• Assist with routine and emergency orthopedic procedures.

• Upon completion of procedures and examinations, properly cleans and organizes room and performs any necessary cleaning of equipment as established by departmental policies and procedures and standards.

• Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift.

• Ensure preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed.

• Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.

• Provides patients with the utmost care and attention. All patients shall be assured of their privacy and personal dignity.

• Prepares all documentation to meet or exceed established standards of the MTF, to include, but not limited to, timeliness, accuracy, content and signature. Only MTF and Air Force-approved abbreviations shall be used for documentation of the patient health record.

• Must have extensive knowledge and experience in casting and splinting.

• Other duties as assigned.

  Experience & Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent with additional training or education; supplemented with one (1) year of related experience in an accredited health care hospital which results in familiarity with and knowledge of hospital or clinic routines and procedures in orthopedics, including orthopedic trauma service, pediatrics, hand, foot and ankle, sports, and/or spine.

• 1 (one) year of related experience in an accredited health care hospital. 2 (two) years of experience in the last 4 (four)years as an Ortho Technician in an Ortho Clinic.

  Qualifications:

• Maintain a national certification by American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) or National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists. (NBCOT).

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  These KSAs are both requirements and things that will help you to be successful with Vighter and the facility where you will work:

• Communication and Consultation

• Global & Cultural Awareness

• Ethical Practices

• Moderate proficiency in, common Microsoft Office Suite programs, to include Apple (iPhones/iPads), iOS operating system, Pages and Numbers applications (iOS), Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

• Functional proficiency and ability to document patient-centered health care in the required

• A deep sense of purpose and dedication to the United States and our U.S. Military Veterans, their Families, and other patients as assigned.

• An unshakeable adherence to quality and continuous process improvement.

• An apolitical, patient-centered focus that drives to enhanced care and patient satisfaction

• Knowledge of regulations (HIPAA/Privacy Act) regarding the confidentiality of patient medical records and information as well as Personally Identifiable Information (PII).

  Duty Hours / On-call Requirements

• Generally speaking, this is a day shift position. The work schedule for each labor category is as follows:

• 0700-1730 Monday thru Friday. NTE 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week. With exception, when directed by the Government, the Pharmacy Tech shall remain on duty to complete patient treatment where lack of continuity of care would otherwise jeopardize patient health.

• This provision is not intended to apply to the time required to complete routine tasks (e.g., completion of paperwork or routine administrative tasks at the end of a shift) which are to be completed as part of the normal work schedule.

• All candidates are required to provide any schedule limitations before acceptance. We try our best to accommodate your schedule, so please inform Vighter of any schedule limitations in advance.

  Work Environment:

• Exciting, fast-paced work environment.

• Supportive team of healthcare professionals and administrative staff.

• Opportunity to work with diverse populations, including Veterans and underserved communities.

  Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit for more than 8 hours per day.

• Must be willing to work overtime if necessary.

• Must be able to use an elevator or walk up & down stairs.

• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. and carry up to 10 feet.

• Must be able to routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above and below shoulders.

• Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print.

• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.

• Must be able to perform duties in an indoor office or outdoor environment.

• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation.

• Must undergo urine drug screening (UDS).

  Travel:

• As required to satisfy the contractual obligations. Generally, travel is limited to commute from residence to LAFB and back. Commute time and distance is non-compensatory.

  Benefits:

• Competitive salary, weekly pay and comprehensive benefits package, with Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance for W2 full time employees .

• Company-paid basic Life and AD&D insurance. Best in class rates for Voluntary life insurance.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Professional development opportunities.

• SCA employees: Health & Welfare paid in cash (with proof of ACA-compliant health insurance from the open market or Vighter, LLC) Employee may use funds to offset any benefits premiums, fund their 401(a) retirement account or a combination of the two.

• POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT AWARD/OPTION YEAR APPROVAL.

  Vighter LLC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Maintain a national certification by American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP) or National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists. (NBCOT).