Orthopedic Tech

Tenet Healthcare

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Detroit, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Perform technical and non-technical duties including applying traction equipment and managing casts under the supervision of orthopedic personnel. Provide assistance in the operating room and maintain necessary equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or equivalent with additional basic science and anatomy classes, along with one to two years of experience in related patient care activities. You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, manual dexterity, and visual acuity for tasks such as applying casts and assisting patients.

Must Have Skills for ATS

traction equipment

casting

orthopedic equipment

Job Description

**Up to $8,000 Sign on Bonus, based on amount of relevant experience**

Children’s Hospital of Michigan  is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
•    Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
•    401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
•    Generous paid time off (PTO)
•    Career development and continuing education opportunities
•    Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
•    Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
•    Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Summary / Description

Under direct supervision of qualified orthopedic personnel, and according to established policies and procedures, performs both technical and non-technical duties such as applying traction equipment, applying and removing casts, providing operation room assistance, maintaining equipment, ensuring adequate inventory and/or supplies, and related duties.



Minimum Qualifications

1.    High school diploma or equivalent with additional classes in basic science and anatomy.
2.    One to two years experience in related patient care activities.

Skills Required

1.    Interpersonal and communication skills necessary for maintaining productive relationships with medical and nursing staff.
2.    Manual dexterity and visual acuity for passing instruments, cutting sutures, and related work .
3.    Ability to stand and walk while performing daily rounds at least 80%25 of the time.
4.    Ability to reach, bend push, pull and lift while applying/adjusting orthopedic equipment and providing assistance to patients.

Facility Description

Children’s Hospital of Michigan is an international leader in pediatric and adolescent medicine. Surgical services include general, thoracic, reconstructive and cardiovascular. Imaging technology designed specifically for children provides advanced diagnostic services including Positron Emission Tomography (PET) and MRI. The Children’s Hospital of Michigan Emergency Department is a verified Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center and dedicated pediatric burn center. Experts in pediatric critical care, rehabilitation, and neonatal and perinatal medicine provide care for thousands of children every year at Children’s Hospital of Michigan, Children’s Hospital of Michigan - Troy and six ambulatory sites.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. 

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Tenet Healthcare

The Detroit Medical Center’s (DMC) record of service has provided medical excellence throughout the history of the Metropolitan Detroit area. From the founding of Children’s Hospital in 1886, to the creation of the first mechanical heart at Harper Hospital 50 years ago, to our compassion for the underserved, our legacy of caring is unmatched. Our medical experts are nationally recognized and each year, hundreds of DMC doctors are included in the list of America’s Best Doctors™. A reputation for excellence draws patients to world-class programs in oncology, organ transplant, cardiology, women’s services, neurosciences, stroke treatment, optometry, orthopaedics, pediatrics and rehabilitation. We are the leading academically integrated system in metropolitan Detroit and the largest health care provider in southeast Michigan. The DMC has more than 2,000 licensed beds and 3,000 affiliated physicians. Detroit Medical Center facilities employ best practices and conduct business in an atmosphere of respect and professionalism. Our recognition of and attention to diversity in our business operations and healthcare services in unparalleled. Our volunteer efforts in health education and disease prevention represent an ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. The DMC continues to meet the health care needs of a growing community, offering the best in medical research and development, advanced technology and optimum clinical services.
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