Job description

It’s the people that make the difference. Are you ready to make your impact?
Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush is nationally recognized as a leader in comprehensive orthopedic services. The Orthopedic Program at Rush University Medical Center is ranked Top 5th in Orthopedics by U.S. News and World Report. Founded in 2003, MOR is comprised of internationally-renowned Orthopedic and Spine surgeons who pioneer the latest advances in technology and surgical techniques to improve the lives and activity levels of patients around the world. MOR doctors are the official team physicians for the Chicago White Sox, Chicago Bulls, Chicago Fire Soccer Club and DePaul University Athletics.

Ready to join in? We are looking for a full-time Orthopedic Technologist to be based at the Orthopedic Building in Chicago, IL (parking paid for by MOR). The ideal candidate will provide excellent customer service and communication skills. The Orthopedic Technician is responsible for providing assistance to patients and clinical staff in the full scope of orthopaedic services. Duties involve casting, splinting, dressing changes, measurements and fitting of DME.

Responsibilities:

• Apply and remove and/or assist with casts, splints, and dressings as ordered by the physician.
• As directed by physician, removes staples, sutures and external fixation devices, as well as collects or assists with the collection of specimens, including venipuncture and C&S, and preparing specimens for processing.
• Prepare and fit all types of orthopedic bracing devices and dme.
• Instruct patients regarding care of casts, splints, dressings, dme etc.
• Wound care as directed by physician.
• Adjusts crutches and canes to fit patient.
• Assist front desk with rooming patients in the event it is a slow cast room day.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Instructs patients in care of and assists patients in walking with casts, braces, and crutches.
• Ordering supplies and maintaining supply inventory.
• Creating PO for purchasing.
• Ensure rooms are cleaned between patients, as well as cleaned and stocked at the end of the day.
• Travel may be required to any of the 7 MOR clinic locations.
• Other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One or more years of orthopedic experience/healthcare experience.
• New grads are welcomed to apply.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified Orthopedic Technologist
• Certified Medical Assistant

Our employees make the difference in our patients’ lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we’re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please provide you target hourly wage. If you are open/flexible, please provide a range.

Work Location: In person

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