Job Information
Tufts Medicine Ortho Tech in Lowell, Massachusetts
Job Overview
This position is responsible for supporting doctors with the treatment of patients with musculoskeletal and bone injuries and disorders. Helps provide general care and support to patients who have undergone surgery or other orthopedic treatments. Works closely with other healthcare and medical professionals to ensure that all patients receive the best possible care. Maintains all equipment necessary to perform duties.
Hours: Per-diem
Job Description
Minimum Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent.
Orthopedic Technologist Certification (OTC).
One (1) year of progressive experience as an orthopedic technician.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in medical-related field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Three (3) years of progressive experience as an orthopedic technician.
Duties and Responsibilities : The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Provides technical assistant to the Orthopedic Surgeon/PA/NP or other MD.
Applies casts, splints, traction, soft goods, crutches, fracture braces, external fixation equipment, and other immobilization devices.
Acts as a resource to the Nursing Staff.
Applies casts, splints, soft goods, fracture and cast braces, functional knee braces, external fixation devices, continuous passive motion devices, ambulation devices, traction, and other support devices per order of the physician.
Removes and adjusts these per order of the physician.
Assists the orthopedic surgeon in the Emergency Department, Cast Room, Operating room, and patient units with minor orthopedic procedures that are either invasive or non-invasive.
Evaluates orthopedic patients’ conditions, develops intervention, plans and executes same, communicating with physicians and nursing staff as is appropriate and clinically indicated.
Works directly or indirectly with orthotists in fabrication, measuring, fabricating application, adjustment, and removal of braces, prosthetics and orthotics within scope of practice.
Enters orders and submits daily charges using prescribed format.
What We Offer:
• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking
About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .