Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Children's Health
Job overview
The Orthopedic Technician at Children's Health Specialty Center Prosper applies and removes orthopedic casts and splints, supporting pediatric orthopedic care to improve patient outcomes.
Responsibilities and impact
The technician applies, adjusts, and removes orthopedic devices, performs casting including SPICA casts, assists in the operating room, interprets X-rays, and communicates with patients and staff to support orthopedic treatment.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include medical plan premium coverage after 3 years, 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure, paid parental leave up to 12 weeks, caregiver leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Experience and skills
Requires at least 2 years of orthopedic patient care experience, preferably pediatric and casting experience; high school diploma or equivalent; Basic Life Support certification required; NBCOT certification preferred within 2 years of hire.
Work environment and culture
Children's Health values diversity, inclusion, and culturally effective care, fostering a respectful and supportive environment for patients and employees.
Company information
Children's Health is affiliated with UT Southwestern, focusing on cutting-edge pediatric treatments and community health improvement.
Job location and travel
The position is on-site at Children's Health Specialty Center Prosper, 1300 Children's Way, Prosper, TX, with Monday-Friday daytime shifts and shared call rotation.
Unique job features
The role involves independent work with moderate supervision, operating room assistance, and requires technical skills in orthopedic care and patient communication.
Company overview
Children's Health is a leading pediatric health care system in North Texas, providing comprehensive care through its hospitals, specialty centers, and primary care locations. The organization generates revenue through patient services, partnerships, and various health programs. Established over a century ago, Children's Health has a rich history of innovation and dedication to improving children's health outcomes. It is affiliated with UT Southwestern Medical Center, enhancing its research and clinical capabilities.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight at least two years of orthopedic patient care experience, emphasizing any pediatric orthopedic and casting skills relevant to Children's Health Specialty Center Prosper.
Showcase certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and any progress toward or attainment of the National Board of Certification for Orthopedic Technologists (NBOCT), as these are preferred and demonstrate commitment to professional standards.
Apply through multiple platforms including the official Children's Health career site and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring teams.
Connect with current orthopedic technicians or healthcare staff at Children's Health on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing the center's mission to 'Make Life Better for Children' or by asking about their experience balancing call rotations and patient care.
Optimize your resume for ATS by embedding keywords from the job description such as 'casting,' 'orthopedic devices,' 'aseptic techniques,' 'pediatric orthopedic,' and 'fracture interpretation' to improve screening success.
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