At Houston Methodist, the Orthopedic Technician position is responsible for assisting physicians and professional nursing personnel in the care and treatment of patients with orthopedic needs. This position maintains the orthopedic equipment and cast equipment, assists with the application and removal of plaster casts. The Orthopedic Technician position coordinates and applies the usage of traction, continuous passive motion (CPM) devices, and specialty beds.
**FLSA STATUS**
Non-exempt
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**EDUCATION**
+ High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
**EXPERIENCE**
+ One year hospital, vocational, military, one-the-job- training or orthopedic clinic experience
**LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS**
**Required**
+ BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Associati...