Patrick Lowry
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Thorough Orthopedic Technician experienced in caring for patients under the treatment of physicians. Remarkably talented in fitting patients for treatment devices such as splints, crutches and casts. Excellent communication skills to instruct patients on how to properly use treatment devices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Technician
The Core Institute
Phoenix, AZ
03.2018 - 03.2024
- Lead orthopedic Technician Mesa Arizona Office.
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting patients of all ages.
- Application of all soft goods.
- Measuring of off the shelf and custom knee braces.
- Assist providers with in office procedures.
- Maintained working relationships with outside representatives.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Ordered medical supplies for the department according to established protocols.
- Worked collaboratively with other healthcare providers including nurses, physicians and radiologists.
- Communicated effectively with family members of patients when needed.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Use of Multiple E.M.R Systems.
Orthopedic Technician
TOCA at Banner Health
Phoenix, AZ
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Orthopedic Technician in multi-specialty clinic.
- Responsible fot application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting patients of all ages.
- Fitting of all soft goods.
- Proficient in variety of casts and splints.
- Suture and Staple Removal.
- Post operative wound care and bandaging.
- Sterilization and packaging of in office instruments and surgical trays.
- Use of Multiple E.M.R Programs.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Ordered medical supplies for the department according to established protocols.
- Managed inventory of medical equipment including wheelchairs, walkers and canes.
- Worked collaboratively with other healthcare providers including nurses, physicians and radiologists.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Customer Care Representative/PSR/Cast Tech
Team Makena (Kerlan and Jobe)
Los Angeles-Phoenix, CA
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting patients of all ages.
- Measuring and fitting of off the shelf and custom knee bracing.
- Fitting of all soft goods.
- Set up and education of pre and post operative supplies and equipment in office and patient residences.
- Answered customer inquiries over the phone and via email.
- Provided accurate, valid, and complete information to customers.
- Maintained a detailed record of all customer interactions, transactions, comments, and complaints.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Ordered medical supplies for the department according to established protocols.
- Worked collaboratively with other healthcare providers including nurses, physicians and radiologists.
- Maintained accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Orthopedic Technician/Medical Assistant
UCLA Health
Los Angeles, CA
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting patients.
- Application of soft goods.
- Performed medical history reviews and prepared patient charts for orthopedic surgeons.
- Assisted with pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative care of patients undergoing orthopedic surgery.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Assist providers with in office procedures and injection set up.
- Appointment setting and ordering of diagnostic procedures.
Orthopedic Technician/Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler
Clifford Kahn M.D.
Encino, CA
12.2007 - 01.2011
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting.
- Rooming of patients.
- Performed medical history reviews and prepared patient charts for orthopedic surgeon.
- Ordering of diagnostic procedures.
- Surgery Scheduling.
- Diabetic Wound Care, Suture and Staple removal.
- Provided wound care services such as changing dressings or applying topical ointments.
- Assist provider with in office procedures.
- Ordered medical supplies for the department according to established protocols.
Orthopedic Technician
First Medical Management (SCOI Thousand Oaks)
Long Beach Thousand Oaks, WA
06.2005 - 03.2007
- Lead Orthopedic Technician (SCOI Thousand Oaks Office)
- Performed medical history reviews and prepared patient charts for orthopedic surgeons.
- Ordering of patient care supplies.
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting of patients.
- Fitting of all soft goods.
- Assisting in fracture reductions and injections.
- Suture and Staple removal.
- Dispensing of workers compensation medications
Orthopedic Technician
West Coast Center for Orthopedic Surgery
Manhattan Beach, CA
04.2004 - 06.2005
- Lead Orthopedic Technician
- Responsible for application and removal of upper and lower extremity casting and splinting patients.
- Suture and Staple removal.
- Measuring and Application of custom and off the shelf braces.
- Instructed patients on proper use of crutches and braces following an injury or surgery.
- Ordered medical supplies for the department according to established protocols.
Education
Registered Orthopedic Technologist - Orthopedic Technologist
American Society of Orthopedic Professionals
Los Angeles, CA01-2011
Orthopedic Technician Certificate - Orthopedic Technician
North Orange County Regional Occupational Program
Anaheim, CA08-2003
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
U.C.L.A. Center For Pre-Hospital Care
Los Angeles, CA01-1994
Skills
- Casts And Splints
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Care
- Practice Management Compliance
- Patient Counseling
- Patient Medical Histories
- Patient Relations
- Hipaa Compliance
- Client Rapport
- Written And Verbal Communication
- Inventory control
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Orthopedic Technician
The Core Institute
03.2018 - 03.2024
Orthopedic Technician
TOCA at Banner Health
03.2016 - 02.2018
Customer Care Representative/PSR/Cast Tech
Team Makena (Kerlan and Jobe)
11.2011 - 03.2016
Orthopedic Technician/Medical Assistant
UCLA Health
01.2011 - 07.2011
Orthopedic Technician/Medical Assistant/Surgery Scheduler
Clifford Kahn M.D.
12.2007 - 01.2011
Orthopedic Technician
First Medical Management (SCOI Thousand Oaks)
06.2005 - 03.2007
Orthopedic Technician
West Coast Center for Orthopedic Surgery
04.2004 - 06.2005
Registered Orthopedic Technologist - Orthopedic Technologist
American Society of Orthopedic Professionals
Orthopedic Technician Certificate - Orthopedic Technician
North Orange County Regional Occupational Program
Emergency Medical Technician Certificate - Emergency Medical Technician
U.C.L.A. Center For Pre-Hospital Care
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