Orthopedic Technician, FT

Advocate Aurora Health

Orthopedic Technician supporting patient care in an orthopedic department. Responsibilities include casts, splints, and patient preparation for procedures.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeCharlotte • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $31 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in orthopedic procedures, including cast application and dressing changes, while adhering to safety standards and protocols. Effectively communicates with patients and families, ensuring understanding of care instructions and cultural considerations.

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Orthopedic Technician TrainingOrthopedic Technologist CertificationBLS HCP CertificationPatient Care AssistanceOrder Entry for Labs and X-Rays

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Hard Skills

Cast ApplicationCast ReapplicationSplint ApplicationDressing ChangePatient Preparation for ExaminationFacility Acuity CodingMonitoring Orthopedic EquipmentOrder Entry

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCultural Sensitivity

Tools & Technologies

Orthopedic EquipmentOSHA StandardsTJC Standards

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS HCP CertificationOrthopedic Technologist CertificationNurse Aide II Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareNurse Aide RegistryHealthcare Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performs casts, cast reapplication, and splint application under the direction and by order of the Physician or Advanced Care Practitioner (ACP)
Monitors and maintains all orthopedic equipment and supplies
Provides instructions to patients and family members according to approved protocol and/or the plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, Physician, or Mid Level Provider
Performs cast reapplication with Physician's or ACP's orders
Prepares patient for routine examination and procedures and sets up rooms
Performs simple, non-sterile dressing changes on wounds greater than 48 hours old
Performs order entry of labs, x-rays, etc.
Cleans rooms and instruments according to OSHA and TJC standards
Assists Clinician and/or RN with procedures performed in the patient care setting
Recognizes and provides for cultural and language differences of the patient/family
Assists with the retrieval and checking of prior films
Performs facility acuity coding by selecting the appropriate level of service for a diverse

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Training and experience as an orthopedic technician is preferred
Orthopedic technologist certification is preferred
Completion of an approved Nurse Aide II training program is preferred
Current listing with the Nurse Aide Registry as a Nurse Aide II is preferred
BLS HCP from AHA certification required
Must speak English fluently and in understandable terms

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program