Orthopaedic Technician, Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Technician I provides clinical support in the outpatient orthopaedic setting with responsibilities ranging from applying orthopaedic devices to assisting with minor procedures and wound care. This role involves moderate clinical autonomy, patient education, inventory coordination. The Orthopaedic Technician 1 must demonstrate competency in orthopaedic care delivery, sterile techniques, and patient support. 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.

• →Escorts and room patients; obtains and records full vital signs, including pulse oximetry. 
• →Prepares and maintains exam and procedure rooms using sterile technique. 
• →Ensures availability of charts, imaging, dictation, and lab results before each clinic session.
• →Applies, adjusts, fits, and removes a full range of orthopaedic devices including fiberglass/plaster casts, braces, splints, walking boots, slings, immobilizers, and other appliances. 
• →Educate patients and caregivers on the care and use of orthopaedic devices and mobility aids such as crutches and canes. 
• →Assists with minor procedures and sterile wound care. 
• →Removes sutures and staples following proper infection control protocols. 
• →Assembles and monitors orthopaedic traction and related equipment. 
• →Tracks and manages inventory of casting materials and orthopaedic supplies.  Maintains inventory of casting room supplies and orthopaedic equipment.
• →Provides guidance to patients on orthopaedic products recommended by the department. 
• →Assists with administrative tasks including scheduling, patient check-in/check-out, and EMR documentation. 
• →Serve as a communication liaison between patients and providers, promoting a positive patient experience and timely clinical care. 
• →Provides guidance on the selection and use of orthopaedic supplies, braces, and equipment recommended by the department. 
• →Ensures availability of patient charts, imaging, dictations, and lab results before each clinic session. 
• →Assists with scheduling, check-in/check-out, and reception duties as needed. 
• →Performs other duties as assigned or required. 

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Experience

• A minimum of 1 year of related working experience, preferably in an outpatient Orthopaedic clinic. 

Physical Requirements

• Walk, bend, twist, and reach above the shoulder frequently in an office setting.
• Must be able to occasionally lift or carry and frequently push or pull up to 20 lbs. as part of the role
• Regularly exposed to healthcare settings that may require personal protective equipment
• Requires manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine, and other equipment.  

MFA physicians provide comprehensive patient care, offering one practice for the whole person with 52 medical and surgical specialties. As members of the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences faculty, MFA providers are teachers and mentors for medical students, residents, fellows, and researchers preserving the rich tradition of academics, research, and healing. In addition to maintaining a closely integrated alliance with The George Washington University and The George Washington University Hospital (GWUH) which is separately owned and operated by Universal Health Services (UHS), the GW MFA has active referring relationships with 12 area hospitals.

The GW MFA’s leading healthcare presence in the DC metro region is complemented by a network of community-based practices in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. Given its geographic location in central NW Washington, DC, and proximity to more than 175 resident embassies, the MFA continues to evolve its international clinical outreach.