Orthopedic Technician 8Hr, Orthopedic Clinic, Part Time Benefitted

Orange, CaliforniaDay – 08hrs (United States of America)The Orthopedic Technician applies and removes all forms of splints and casts within the Ortho Clinic and upon request in the inpatient setting. Is also responsible for providing education related to cast care.Minimum $26.98 Midpoint $35.74 Maximum $44.51

• Preferred: Previous experience in a pediatric orthopedic clinic.
• Required: Minimum two (2) years of medical field experience with casting and splinting application and removal.

• Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.

• Required: Orthopedic Tech certification or Medic trained.

• Required: Strong verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills. Ability to set goals and judge results in accordance with the highest standards and respect; advance care through development of new ideas and technology; promote teamwork to achieve CHOC's mission; and understand and exceed customer expectations, effectively solve complex patient care and organizational problems, role model positive and professional behavior.
• Preferred: Bilingual - English and Spanish.

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Preferred: Registered Orthopedic Technician.

Medium - High energy level Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Push/pull +/- 150-200 lbs. (Patients on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200 lbs. (ie. Patient) .Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviationLifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35%Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near VisionAirborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations