Orthopedic Tech - Delafield - Part time

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today. Please follow this link for a closer look at what it’s like to work at Children’s Wisconsin: https://www.instagram.com/lifeatcw/ The Orthopedic Technician functions with demonstrated expertise in the delivery of direct Orthopedic care to children. Partners with healthcare team and assesses, prioritizes and provides care to clinic patient population. Meets specific requirements, goals, and competencies established within the Orthopedic clinic. Locations: • Delafield Clinic - Primary Location • and • Greenfield Clinic (3365 S 103rd St., Milwaukee, WI 53227) Part time: 20 hours per week Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday No evenings and no weekends! Experience: • 1+ years pediatric experience in orthopedics with proven competency in all relevant areas of practice preferred Education: • High School graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) required • Course work in biology or physics preferred Licenses and Certifications: • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council within 90 Days required • CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants preferred • ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc. preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Knowledge of orthopedic surgery instruments, orthopedic casting techniques, application of braces, normally acquired through a minimum of one year related experience preferred. • Must be able to transfer and ambulate patients, lift orthopedic devices, stand for long periods of time and lift objects up to 75 pounds. • Frequently bends, lifts, twists, reaches, and squats. • Occasionally push/pulls and does overhead work. • Good interpersonal skills to effectively interact with physicians, patients, parents and staff. • Requires flexibility of time and duties in order to work in a fast paced environment. • Familiarity with personal computer operations and functions. • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, providers, staff, and leadership. • Good analytical ability to observe and communicate problems as they arise. • Promotes courteous behavior as outlines in the department's guest relations’ guidelines. Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law. Certifications/Licenses: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council, CMA-Certified Medical Assistant - American Association of Medical Assistants, ORTHO-Orthopedic Technician - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, Inc.