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At Kaiser Permanente, we value the rich diversity of our organization and aspire always to demonstrate respect for the uniqueness of each individual. We encourage each contribution to the establishment of an open, inclusive environment that supports and empowers our employees. Preferred Skills: Late night and some travel may be required. May need to cross train to other specialties. Good customer service skills. Should be able to multi-task. May need to work at multiple centers. Purpose of Job Assists orthopedic provider to apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, slings, and orthopedic appliances. Maintains materials and supplies needed to perform orthopedic procedures. This position consistently supports compliance and Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct by adhering to federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licenser requirements and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures. In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Kaiser Permanente Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives. Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Performs patient care procedures including care of wounds, removal of sutures, preparation of traction pins, and assistance to provider with their insertion. 2. Applies and adjusts casts, slings, and related orthopedic appliances as directed and under general supervision of an orthopedic provider; may apply splints as a first aid measure before evaluation. 3. Operates a fluoroscan to obtain patient x-rays as directed and under general supervision of an orthopedic provider only if holder of a limited radiology technologist certificate. 4. Removes casts or appliances as directed. 5. Responds to patient reports of swelling, pain, and related concerns and refers to provider as appropriate. 6. Teaches patients how to move with casts. Instructs patients regarding movement and exercise, walking with crutches, care of cast, etc. according to nursing practice protocols. 7. Assists patients to and from the clinical area as necessary. 8. Cleans and sterilizes instruments. 9. Orders, stocks, and maintains tools, equipment, and supplies used in orthopedic department. 10. Answers telephone, makes appointments, and provides administrative support in orthopedic department. 11. Performs other related duties as directed. 12. Communicates relevant patient information to the provider and healthcare team to ensure effective care flow Minimum Qualifications Experience - Two years experience as an orthopedic cast technician, OR completion of a training course as a medical corpsman, OR completion of the Kaiser Permanente sponsored cross training program with successful documented demonstration of identified competencies required. Education and Training - High school diploma or GED required. License, Certifications, Other Credentials - Certification as an orthopedic technician preferred. - CPR certification required - Certified as a nursing assistant in the state of Maryland required. - Annual training in radiation safety required Other Qualifications - Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.