Harborview
Healthcare
OrthopaedicTechnician2
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“Orthopaedic Technician 2 at Harborview. Skills: Orthopaedic Technician, casting, arthroscopic procedures, pin replacement/removal, external fixator removal. Assist physician with complex casting, arthroscopic procedures, pin replacement/removal, and external fixator removal. Monitor patient's condition following recognize emergent/urgent problems and provide telephone triage for patients with cast problems”
Industry & Context.
recognize emergent/urgent problems
Licensure is not transferable between UW clinics/departments, Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve this designation during the probationary period, Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered attestation must be completed by the applicable provider and submitted by the employee to the state within 7 days of hire, Completion of Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification program accredited by the National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists, Inc. (NBCOT) or the Registered Orthopedic Technologist Program accredited by the American Society of Orthopedic Professional (ASOP), one year of direct patient care experience
Nice to Have
Orthopaedic Technician II
What You'll Do.
Assist physician with complex casting
arthroscopic procedures
pin replacement/removal
and external fixator removal
Monitor patient's condition following recognize emergent/urgent problems and provide telephone triage for patients with cast problems
Prepare and clean exam rooms
Order Durable Medical Supplies (DME) and maintain inventory and stock per established clinic protocols
Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider
Act as a liaison between patient
patient’s family and providers
Assist provider with procedures and medical exams
Ensure a signed physician order is completed before submitting the patient for an x-ray
remove and apply casts and/or splints
remove sutures as per established clinic orders
Assist in transporting patients as required
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers; collaboration
Communication Scope
Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers
Full Job Description
**Job Description** **Harborview - Hand Foot and Ankle Clinic** has an outstanding opportunity for an **Orthopaedic Technician II****.** **WORK SCHEDULE** * Full-time, 100% FTE (40 hours per week) * Day Shift **DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION** Located in the Ninth & Jefferson building across from Harborview Medical Center, the Foot & Ankle Center at Harborview provides consultation and surgical treatment for complex foot and ankle reconstruction, including arthritis, deformities, genetic anomalies, sports injuries and traumatic injury. We also offer podiatry services and non-surgical treatments. **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** * Conveniently located near public transportation * Make a difference for the patients and employees we serve * Opportunity to provide career growth **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** * Assist physician with complex casting, arthroscopic procedures, pin replacement/removal, and external fixator removal * Monitor patient's condition following casting; recognize emergent/urgent problems and provide telephone triage for patients with cast problems * Prepare and clean exam rooms * Order Durable Medical Supplies (DME) and maintain inventory and stock per established clinic protocols * Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and accurately report to provider * Act as a liaison between patient, patient’s family and providers * Assist provider with procedures and medical exams * Ensure a signed physician order is completed before submitting the patient for an x-ray, remove and apply casts and/or splints, remove sutures as per established clinic orders * Assist in transporting patients as required **REQUIREMENTS** * Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve this designation during the probationary period OR * Eligible for Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered credential; attestation must be completed by the applicable provider and submitted by the employee to the state within 7 days of hire. Licensure is not transferable between UW
Applying for this Orthopaedic Technician 2 role?
Most applicants get filtered before a human reads their resume. See if yours makes the cut.
How to Apply on Workday
- Workday has a multi-step form — save your progress after every section.
- "Apply With LinkedIn" can fail or lose data; manual entry is more reliable.
- Watch for the "Submit for Review" final step — hitting "Save" alone does not submit.
- Job requisition numbers are useful when following up with HR by email.
ANONYMOUS · UNFILTERED
What do employees actually say about Harborview?
Real rants from real employees. Read before you apply.