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At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary:
Under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant or registered nurse, provides patient care to orthopedic patients. This position requires travel to multiple locations: Weston, Miramar, Hollywood, Coral Spring and Boca Raton.
Responsibilities:
Maintains stock of orthopedic equipment and supplies.
Provide wound care and wound care education.
Ortho Assistant order X-Rays based on the treatment plan by the physicians documentations.
Obtains all results and/or outside images and reports at intake and downloads into Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
Performs routine orthopedic procedures, including fitting, applying and removing casts, splints, bandages, braces, walkers, crutches, traction, pin/suture removal, and assists with reductions.
Provides education to patients and their families on their injuries and use of casts, splints, crutches, and other orthopedic devices.
Assist physician with orthopedic surgical procedures and/or with orthopedic procedures.
Obtain vitals.
Competencies:
ACCOUNTABILITY, ASSESSMENT- PATIENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE, KNOWLEDGE OF DISEASE PROCESS, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - NURSING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR
Education and Certification Requirements:
Accredited Program (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)
Additional Job Information:
Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communication skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Can be graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program or have six (6) months of patient care experience or six (6) months experience as an orthopedic assistant, and/or Medical Assistant. Other Information: Additional Education Info: Can be graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program or have six (6) months of patient care experience or six (6) months experience as an orthopedic assistant, and/or Medical Assistant.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
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