New 
Orthopedic Technician
 Brigham and Women's Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 75 Francis Street (Show on map) | |
 Feb 21, 2025 | |
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On physician order and per established procedures, an orthopedic technician applies, alters and/or removes casts, splints, orthotics, bed traction/ suspension equipment, and designated orthopedic equipment for inpatient and ambulatory clinic patients.
A staff orthopedic technician is responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging. Primary Assigned Clinical Area: BWH Inpatient Acute Care BWH Outpatient Ambulatory Care Dana Farber Inpatient Hospital within BWH BWF Inpatient Acute Care BWF Outpatient Ambulatory Care BWP 1285 Beacon Street Staff Ortho Tech Job Description We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our Rehabilitation Services to provide orthopedic technician services. The Rehabilitation Services Department at Brigham and Women's Hospital provides physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, and orthopedic technician services to patients on a consult basis to those on our inpatient floors, outpatient clinics, ICUs, and the Emergency Department. Brigham and Women's Hospital is a nationally ranked academic medical center located in the Longwood Medical Area of Boston, Massachusetts. On physician order and per established procedures, an orthopedic technician applies, alters and/or removes casts, splints, and prefabricated braces for inpatient and outpatient clinic patients. The Staff Orthopedic Technician educates a patient and/or family member(s) on cast, splint, or equipment care, precautions regarding use of prescribed device(s), cleaning and maintenance of prescribed equipment, and as appropriate, proper donning/doffing of equipment independently. Staff Orthopedic Technicians collaborate with various disciplines across the Brigham and Women's Hospital system to provide specialized care to patients. Technicians are responsible for complying with hospital and department procedures which include but are not limited to confidentiality, safety, infection control, documentation and charging. Orthopedic technicians will have opportunities for clinical growth through internal continuing education programming as well as financial support for external continuing education courses and conferences. Orthopedic technicians can also participate in a variety of Rehabilitation Department Committees to enhance their professional growth in addition to their clinical care. These committees include: The Community Resource Committee, Practice Standards Committee, Staff Development Committee, Rehab Recognition Committee, Research Committee, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. Opportunities to advance on our established merit-based clinical ladder (i.e., Staff Orthopedic Technician, Senior Orthopedic Technician) allow technicians to be recognized for their clinical, scholarly, and service contributions and accomplishments. The Staff Orthopedic Technician position is an excellent opportunity for an individual seeking clinical and professional growth in the medical setting at a dynamic academic medical center. Education
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The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. | |