Location: Jefferson City, Missouri

Shift: 30 Hours per week. Clinic open 8:00a - 4:30p

Department: Missouri Orthopaedic Institute-Jefferson City

Salary Range: $16.68 - $26.31/hour - final salary based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is seeking an enthusiastic Orthopedic Technician to join our dynamic team at the Missouri Orthopaedic Institute. The ideal candidate embodies a passion for exceptional patient care, demonstrating expertise in applying and removing casts and splints. Beyond routine responsibilities, this role involves educating patients and families on orthopedic bracing and ambulatory aids, fostering collaboration with the healthcare team. If you are a compassionate individual with a commitment to excellence, join us in making a meaningful impact on patient well-being. Be a vital part of our success and contribute to the exceptional care we provide.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.
As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more
• See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

JOB DUTIES

Apply and Remove Casts, Splints, custom casts or splints, coordinate care and
intervene in response to patient's needs.
Assist with fitting and education of orthopedic bracing, ambulatory aids, and
other durable medical equipment.
Document care in patient's medical record.
Maintain inventory of casting supplies and equipment, check expiration dates of
supplies, stock and clean clinic and exam rooms as needed.
Provide education regarding casting-related activities to patients and their
families, residents, nurses, medical students and new staff.
Assist with other patient care activities as needed/directed by supervisor
and/or manager.
May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in
department documents.

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience
from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring
department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.