Orthopaedic Technologist 1

Connecticut Children's

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Hartford, Connecticut

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Orthopaedic Technologist is responsible for the application and removal of casts, splints, and molds under the direction of a physician. They also perform administrative, clinical, and documentation duties to support patient health and safety.

Qualifications

You have experience in applying and removing casts, molds, splints, and external fixators under physician direction. You are also responsible for supporting patient care through administrative, clinical, and documentation duties, contributing to quality and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Must Have Skills for ATS

casting

splinting

external fixators

Job Description

Responsible for application and removal of casts, molds, splints and scoliosis plaster jackets; and the adjustment of external fixators, on the order of and under the direction of an orthopedic surgeon or other physician.
Under the direct supervision of the Practice Manager and /or Registered Nurse (RN), performs a variety of administrative, clinical, departmental support, and documentation duties to promote the health, safety, and comfort of CT Children’s patients and families.  Supports organizational and departmental quality and patient satisfaction initiatives; hand hygiene, communication skills, translation services, and Patient and Family Experience.


Connecticut Children’s is the only health system in Connecticut that is 100% dedicated to children. Established on a legacy that spans more than 100 years, Connecticut Children’s offers personalized medical care in more than 30 pediatric specialties across Connecticut and in two other states. Our transformational growth establishes us as a destination for specialized medicine and enables us to reach more children in locations that are closer to home. Our breakthrough research, superior education and training, innovative community partnerships, and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion provide a welcoming and inspiring environment for our patients, families and team members.
At Connecticut Children’s, treating children isn’t just our job – it’s our passion. As a leading children’s health system experiencing steady growth, we’re excited to expand our team with exceptional team members who share our vision of transforming children’s health and well-being as one team. 

Connecticut Children's

Connecticut Children’s is a leading pediatric academic medical center consistently ranked by our peers as among the best children’s hospitals in the nation. Connecticut Children’s is the only hospital in Connecticut dedicated exclusively to the health and well-being of children and families. Connecticut Children’s physicians and researchers are dedicated to advancing pediatric care through medical innovation, cutting-edge technology, and research. With more than 200 physicians and 200 pediatric residents and fellows in over 20 pediatric specialty areas, Connecticut Children’s serves as the primary teaching, clinical and research site for the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. For more information, visit www.connecticutchildrens.org or connect with us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/connecticutchildrens and Twitter at www.twitter.com/ctchildrens.
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