Orthopedic Technician II - Sharp Rees-Stealy - Day Shift - Full Time
Company: SHARP HEALTHCARE
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
HoursShift Start Time:Not SpecifiedShift End Time:Not
SpecifiedAdditional Shift Information:8 hour shift between the
hours of 7:00am - 5:30pm.Weekend Requirements:As NeededOn-Call
Required:NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):$31.495
- $40.639 - $49.783 -The stated pay scale reflects the range that
Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position.--- The actual
pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a
variety of factors, including an applicant's years of experience,
unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar
internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for
the position, and employer business practices. - -
What You Will Do
Assists patients, staff and physicians as needed to maintain a high
level of efficiency of operations and customer service while
providing quality care to a designated patient population. The
Ortho Tech II performs duties at an expert level in the operating
room and clinical setting under the direction of the Surgeon.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Functions
Applies knowledge and skill level within scope of practice.
Fully successful in performing/assisting with all tests and
procedures in assigned department.
Prepare patient for examination or procedure. Obtains complete and
accurate consent for procedures/surgery.
Prepares and labels biopsies in a thorough and accurate manner.
Accurately documents patient care per protocol.
Listens to patients, collects pertinent information, recognizes the
urgency of the patient's problem and routes to physicians.
In partnership with physician, provides specific educational
material and individual teaching.
Uses universal precautions and applies knowledge of infection
control policies and procedures.
Provides assistance to PSRs in resolving issues related to front
desk responsibilities including scheduling and telephone
management. Acts as a positive role model and ensures appropriate
service delivery.
Participates in clinical projects as directed by the physician or
manager.
Partners with physicians to continuously learn and expand clinical
knowledge base.
Utilizes proper casting techniques, instructing patients in cast
care and danger signs. Anticipates physicians' needs.
Provides surgical assistant support in the operating room and
assists with office procedures.
Utilizes proper aseptic techniques, equipment set-ups, patient
transfers and proper patient positioning.
Assures operating room suite has proper equipment, x-rays, surgical
pallets and reports.
Assists with general office/patient functions: 1) Assists with
patient phone calls; 2) Assists with ordering.
Organizes and completes daily requirements and
responsibilities.
Ensures prompt and efficient return of messages according to
established policy.
Troubleshoots and resolves problem calls.
Monitors patient flow, physician schedules and completes daily
tasks to ensure quality and meet service standards.
Follows policy and procedure for entering of orders and utilization
of electronic medical records. Completes work within assigned
hours.
Respond to changing circumstances and prioritize patient needs.
Responds to urgent and emergent situations in a calm and capable
manner. Utilizes good judgment and problem solving ability.
Ensures readiness of reports and information to maximize patient
visit.
Maintains appropriate supply levels. Cost conscious in usage.
Participates in and prepares for site inspections and
inventories.
Completes department inventories per guidelines.
Assists in other departments as assigned to meet staffing
needs.
Completes Quality Assurance (QA) assignments and ensures overall
department compliance with requirements. QA scores: 96-100% =
Great; 90-95% = Good; 90% and below = Needs Improvement.
Successfully completes Skills Competencies with a score
-------met----- = Pass.
Applies knowledge of equipment and Information Systems
applications.
When necessary, activate emergency procedure per protocol - code,
fire, etc.
Documents patient care events in a thorough and accurate manner.
Manages and completes AEHR tasks per prescribed timelines.
Support and maintain knowledge of new applications and policies:
AEHR, Abbreviations, etc.
Using a keyboard, type proficiently and accurately; type a minimum
of 30 words per minute with 0-2 errors; proof work.
Maintain knowledge of scheduling requirements and support of front
desk responsibilities.
Operate and maintain department equipment per policy and
procedure.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as
a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified
individual with disability or any other protected class
Other; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS
Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Orthopedic Technologist
Certified (OTC) - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic
Technologists
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