Orthopedic Tech ***8 hours (Tuesdays)
yale new haven healthBridgeport, CA
Orthopedic Tech ***8 hours (Tuesdays)
yale new haven healthBridgeport, CA
7 days ago
Occupations
Health Technologists and Technicians, All OtherMedical Appliance TechniciansSurgical TechnologistsIndustries
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsSpecialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) HospitalsOffices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists)About the role
Job Opportunity At Bridgeport Hospital To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient's specific needs. We strive to achieve benchmarks as a Patient Centered Medical Home and provide health care in a setting where patients are at the center of their care team. All employees of Bridgeport Hospital are part of the patients care team and contribute to the team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care and work to provide quality improvement in the care provided to their patients. Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs specific duties that support patient care. These duties include cast application, technical procedures, direct and indirect patient care activities that are essential to providing comprehensive care to patients and contribute to the efficient operation of the clinic. Patient and family centered care (PFCC) at YNHH is demonstrated by working with patients and their families based on the 4 principles of PFCC: participation, dignity, and respect, information sharing, and collaboration. This includes providing service excellence by creating a great "First Impression" by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer groups including patients, families/friends, physicians, staff and support department personnel. Adheres to the "I Am YNHH" service excellence pledge and promotes a positive work environment. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse provides patient care.
Under the direction of the physician and/or the registered nurse, performs technical procedures which contribute to safe patient care.
Performs technical duties which contribute to safe patient care.
Participates in educational activities that contribute to patient care, staff education and self development.
Effectively contribute to the operational support of the clinic.
Qualifications:
EDUCATIONHigh school diploma or GED; Orthopaedic or Medical Assistant certification preferredEXPERIENCETwo (2) years of Orthopaedic and/or Ambulatory experienceLICENSUREOrthopaedic Technician Certification preferableSPECIAL SKILLSMust have a knowledge of anatomy and skill in cast applicationPHYSICAL DEMANDRequires good manual dexterity; ability to use power equipment; assist with lifting patients, stand or walk most of work day and use good body mechanics. YNHHS Requisition ID: 157627
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JOB OVERVIEW
Experience level
Senior
Location
Bridgeport, CA
Occupation
Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
7 days ago
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