Orthopedic Technician jobs in Worcester, MA

Orthopedic Technician applies and adjusts plaster casts and assembles and attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices as directed by a physician. Sets up bed traction units or rigs special devices as required, and inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment. Being an Orthopedic Technician requires a high school diploma or its equivalent, completion of Orthopedic Technician training and certification program. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Orthopedic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Orthopedic Technician/PCA
  • UMass Memorial Medical Center
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • Requisition #: 235857
    Title: Orthopedic Technician PCA
    Department: Orthopedic Clinic
    Location: UMass Memorial Medical Center
    Grade: TEC6
    Posting Date: 08/25/2022
    Status: Non-Exempt
    Shift: Days
    Union: UFCW
    Hours: 40
    Shift Length: 8
    Position Summary:
    As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, LIPs, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services. Responsible for the application and removal of all types of casts and splints. Sets up and maintains traction devices and equipment. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities, assists members of the health care team, provides clerical support, and related duties.
    Major Responsibilities:
    • Assist with all aspects of patient clinic visit includes: rooming patients, performing intake assessment with appropriate medical record documentation, preparation of patient for clinician evaluation, dressing changes, suture/ staple removal as directed.
    • Takes and records vital signs including blood pressures, temperature, pulse, respiration, weights, height, etc. Collects and transports specimens to appropriate departments
    • Performs cast work for arms, hands, legs, body casts, bi-valve casts, corrective casts, cast wedging, brace molding and splinting with plaster and fiberglass materials. Instructs patients in cast care.
    • Sets up, applies, maintains and removes traction and suspension devices. Assists with the transport and transfer of patients in and out of skeletal traction. Coordinate patient's ambulating status with physical therapy staff, and adjusts length, foot strike and fit as needed.
    • Applies and adjusts orthopedic leg and arm braces, canes and crutches, and prefabricated fracture braces. Instructs patients in gait training.
    Position Qualifications:
    License/Certification/Education:
    Required:
    • Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
    • One of the following is required upon hire or transfer:
      • Certified Nursing Assistant license in MA.
      • Medical Assistant credential administered by a recognized school accredited by the Department of Health or a program approved by UMMMC (ARMA, etc.).
    • Certified with the National Board of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT) or registered with the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP). If not credentialed as a Medical Assistant, all employees must obtain a Medical Assistant credential within 6 months of hire or transfer date. All employees must maintain the credential.
    • BLS certification.
    Experience/Skills:
    Required:
    • Knowledge of basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is required.
    • Strong computer skills required for use of EMR.
    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.
    Preferred:
    • Minimum of two years of related patient care experience.
    • Experience including exposure to cast application and removal.
    • Demonstrated ability with cast and traction set up.
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Orthopedic Technician / PCA, Orthopedics Clinic, 40 Hours
  • UMass Memorial Medical Center
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, LIPs, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and servi...
  • 16 Days Ago
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Technician, Orthopedic PCA. 40 Hours-Days.
  • UMass Memorial Health
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • Schedule Details:Monday through FridayScheduled Hours:8:30a-5pShift:1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)Hours:40This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitmen...
  • 25 Days Ago
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Emergency Medical Technician
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Hopedale, MA FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • NOW HIRING- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) EMT is responsible for the safe and efficient response, treatment, and transport of all persons requesting or requiring emergent or non-emergent medical ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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FT EMT Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 07:00-17:00
  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Hopedale, MA FULL_TIME
  • NOW HIRING- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) EMT is responsible for the safe and efficient response, treatment, and transport of all persons requesting or requiring emergent or non-emergent medical ...
  • 9 Days Ago
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Employed Orthopedic Spine Surgery Opening in Worcester, MA
  • Tenet Healthcare
  • Worcester, MA FULL_TIME
  • Saint Vincent Medical Group is seeking an Ortho Spine Surgeon to join our existing practice in Worcester, MA This is an exciting opportunity to help grow our Orthopedic group with a phenomenal team. J...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Clinical Pharmacist
  • Steward Healthcare
  • Brighton, MA
  • Job Description Job Description About Steward Health Care Over a decade ago, Steward Health Care System emerged as a dif...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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LEAD ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN REHAB SERVICES
  • Brigham And Womens Hospital
  • Boston, MA
  • Job Description - LEAD ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN REHAB SERVICES (3286326)LEAD ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN REHAB SERVICES - ( 32863...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Environmental Services Tech (EVS)
  • Landmark Medical Center
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • Overview: At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals are committed to our core values of quality, c...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Patient Care Associate - Emergency Department - 24 hours
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
  • Watertown, MA
  • When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Job Typ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Radiographer/Mammographer
  • Beth Israel Lahey Health
  • Arlington, MA
  • **When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives.** **Job...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Orthopedic Technician/PCA, Pediatric Orthopedics Clinic - 40 hours, Days
  • UMass Memorial Health Care
  • Worcester, MA
  • Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account. Schedule Details: M...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Labor & Delivery Surgical Tech Days Per Diem
  • Carondelet Medical Group
  • Worcester, MA
  • Labor & Delivery Surgical Tech Days Per Diem - 2205006894 **Description** : Saint Vincent Hospital offers a whole new ex...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Occupational Therapist (OT) - PRN
  • Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island
  • North Smithfield, RI
  • Description A career at Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island, a 20-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operat...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Worcester, Massachusetts

Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. Worcester is bordered by the towns of Auburn, Grafton, Holden, Leicester, Millbury, Paxton, Shrewsbury, and West Boylston. Worcester is known as the Heart of the Commonwealth, because of its proximity to the center of Massachusetts. The city is about 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield, and 38 miles (61 km) northwest of Providence, Rhode Island. The Blackstone River forms in the center of Worcester by the conflue...
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Income Estimation for Orthopedic Technician jobs
$47,873 to $61,601
Worcester, Massachusetts area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago
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What does an Orthopedic Technician do?

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Orthopedic patient care activities in accordance with established practices and procedures.
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If you ever tear up your knee on the ski slope or wear out your wrists at the computer, there's a good chance you'll see an orthopedic surgeon.
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They also provide care to patients with orthopedic conditions through the adjustment, application and removal of a variety of splints, casts and traction fittings.
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