Ann Franzoso
Hampton
Summary
Dynamic Orthopedic Technologist with extensive experience at Mass General Brigham Orthopedics, excelling in cast application and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes Skilled in fracture management and committed to maintaining high standards of infection control in fast-paced environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orthopedic Technologist/Medical assistant
Mass General Brigham Orthopedics
Portsmouth
11.2020 - Current
- Apply and remove casts and splints in accordance with physician and/or physician assistant orders.
- Remove sutures and staples.
- Provide wound care.
- Assist physicians with procedures such as aspirations and closed reduction of fractures.
- Educates patients on wound care post-operatively.
- Maintains inventory of clinic supplies and medications and orders for supplies.
- Room patients, reconcile medications, medical history and perform vitals.
Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist
Convenient MD Urgent Care
Portsmouth
08.2018 - Current
- Triage patients, perform vitals, and prepare patients for treatment to facilitate timely care.
- Assisted healthcare providers in assessing patient conditions and triaging cases.
- Conducted point of care tests for COVID-19, Rapid Strep, Flu, Glucose, Mono, and Urine samples to provide immediate results.
- Administered drug screens and DOT physicals, along with performing phlebotomy and EKGs, to support patient health assessments.
- Coordinated with clinical staff to prioritize treatment plans and follow-up care, enhancing patient management.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures consistently.
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
Atlantic Orthopedics
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Coordinated clinic operations and managed doctors' appointment schedules to ensure smooth patient flow.
- Assisted orthopedic surgeons during procedures and provided necessary tools.
- Applied and removed casts, splints, and braces for patients.
- Educated patients on care and usage of orthopedic devices to promote effective recovery and adherence.
- Performed accurate intake, documented vital signs, and collected medical histories to support comprehensive patient assessments.
- Facilitated timely lab orders, cultures, and diagnostic tests to support accurate patient care.
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
CoreOrthopedics
01.2008 - 12.2014
- Supported total joint surgeon with patient appointments and provided pre- and post-operative care to enhance patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patient examinations and procedures alongside healthcare providers to improve care delivery.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Collected patient samples for laboratory testing to aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Established triage care systems and defined facilitator responsibilities.
Education
LNA program -
American Red Cross
Portsmouth, NH01-2003
Therapist - Massage Therapy
NEIWH
Manchester, NH01-2002
Associate of Arts - Business
McIntosh College
Dover, NH01-1994
Skills
- Cast application
- Orthopedic casting
- Brace application
- Cast removal
- Fracture management
- Wound care
- Post operative care
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs measurement
- Medical documentation
- Orthopedic equipment operation
- Infection control
- Patient education
Certification
- Registered Orthopedic Technologist
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- BLS certified
Training
- Virginia Mason Institute LEAN training
- Orthopedic Cast Tech Certification ASOP
- Epic systems
Timeline
Orthopedic Technologist/Medical assistant
Mass General Brigham Orthopedics
11.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant/Medical Receptionist
Convenient MD Urgent Care
08.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
Atlantic Orthopedics
01.2014 - 12.2017
Medical Assistant/Orthopedic Technologist
CoreOrthopedics
01.2008 - 12.2014
LNA program -
American Red Cross
Therapist - Massage Therapy
NEIWH
Associate of Arts - Business
McIntosh College