Orthopedic Patient Care Technician

BJC HealthCare is currently seeking an experienced Orthopedic Patient Care Technician to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will provide exceptional patient care while ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for our orthopedic patients. We are looking for a team player with a passion for providing quality care and excellent customer service. The ideal candidate for this position must have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic medical terminology, and a minimum of one year of experience in an orthopedic care setting. The successful candidate must also possess excellent communication and customer service skills, as well as the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. If you possess all of these skills and have a desire to provide compassionate patient care, we encourage you to apply today!

Responsibilities:

1. Provide exceptional patient care in an orthopedic care setting.
2. Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
3. Provide excellent customer service and communication.
4. Multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
5. Follow all safety protocols and guidelines.
6. Collect vitals, take patient history, and document care provided.
7. Administer medications, injections, and other treatments as instructed by healthcare provider.
8. Assist with physical therapy exercises and activities.
9. Perform wound care and other patient care duties as needed.
10. Maintain patient records and ensure accuracy of information.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Orthopedic Patient Care Technician in St. Louis, MO, USA is $31,000 - $36,000 per year. This range is based on an analysis of salary data from employers and job postings in the area.

BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, serving metro St. Louis, mid-Missouri and Southern Illinois. In 1993, Barnes-Jewish Inc., an urban, academic medical center affiliated with Washington University School of Medicine; and Christian Health Services, a suburban community hospital network, merge to form BJC Health System.