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Henry Ford Health System Orthopedic Technician - Athletic Medicine - Full Time (40Hrs)/Days - Detroit in Detroit, Michigan
Are you passionate about helping others regain their mobility and improve their quality of life? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a commitment to providing exceptional patient care? If so, we invite you to apply for the position of Orthopedic Technician at with our Athletic Medicine team!
At Henry Ford Health, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch orthopedic care and support to our patients. As an Orthopedic Technician, you will play a crucial role in our healthcare team, working closely with orthopedic surgeons and other medical professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist orthopedic surgeons during procedures and surgeries
Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and braces
Educate patients on proper care and use of orthopedic devices
Maintain and prepare orthopedic equipment
Provide compassionate and effective patient care
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general direction of the physician, applies, repairs, and removes casts. Assume responsibilities of the orthopedic cast room which includes assisting physicians and staff with application and removal of casts. Traction device set up and adjustment performed per instructions of orthopedic physician.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
At least six months previous clinical experience as a Medical Assistant, Orthopedic Technician.
2 years casting and splinting experience preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
Current Heart Saver Certification.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group
Department: Athletic Medicine - CAM2
Shift: Day Job
Union Code: Not Applicable
Additional DetailsThis posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan. With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more athenryford.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.