Pett Allen Jr.
Certified Orthopedic Technologist
Cockeysville,MD
Summary
Observant Orthopedic Technician with 35+-year background assisting physicians in orthopedic procedures and performing patient care activities. Excellent aseptic techniques, including dressing changes, suture removal, and staple removal. Patient-oriented offering excellent cast molding and mixing proficiencies. Adjusting orthopedic devices, maintaining aseptic procedures, and monitoring patient progress. Outstanding knowledge of medical terminology and human injury treatment plans. Consistently complying with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Have worked with every major Orthopedic casting company in the world ; (J & J now, Essity, 3M, Ossur, and others), through product development, product testing, product evaluation, and product launch. Have worked with various companies to evaluate products based on need in either a private clinic or hospital.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Orthopedic Technologist
Manager : Orthopedic Staffing Services
11.2021 - Current
- Implemented and managed efficient fabrication processes with plaster molds, models and specialty casting procedures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes and instructed patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Assessed patient comfort related to casts and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Managed and trained new employees in the proper application of DME (durable medical equipment). Also trained new employees in the art of casting and splinting utilizing different types of casting tapes and associated casting supplies.
National Trainer / Preceptor
Aquacast Castliner
11.2011 - Current
- Prior to the product launch, I was asked to evaluate them product as a previous product was leaving the market, to give an opinion as to its valitity as a waterproof replacement.
- Became a national trainer not only local but across the country.
- Trained sales reps in product introduction, product presentation, product application, and product scrutiny.
- Trained hospitals and private practices in product use and application.
- Appeared in numerous videos featuring product application and usage.
Certified Orthopedic Technologist
Towson Orthopaedic Associates
11.2010 - 04.2021
- Implemented and managed efficient fabrication processes with plaster molds, fiberglass splinting materials ,casting tapes and casting and splinting related materials.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Fitted appliances onto patients and made necessary adjustments.
- Maintained consistent work environment, overseeing intricate daily tasks with minimal supervision.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes and instructed patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Certified Orthopedic Technologists
Advanced Centers For Ortho Surgery And Sports Med
02.1997 - 03.2012
- Responsible for all casting, splinting and assisting physicians with fracture reduction and splint/cast applications.
- Assisted physicians with in-house minor procedures and dressing application.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Prepared, sterilized and packaged instruments for use in the office for minor procedures and also use in our Surgi-Center. Also maintained supplies for our Surgi-Center.
- Maintained , ordered and dispensed all DME.
- Instructed patients on use of all DME equipment. Managed patient education regarding post-op care, dressings, what to expect when returning to office for first post-op appointment. Encouraged patients to call office for any questions.
- Supervised, trained and evaluated all newly hired ancillary personnel ; (orthotechs, medical assistants).
National Trainal
W.L. Gore
02.2001 - 12.2011
- Became national trainer for W.L. Gore who is regarded as the company that invented first Waterproof product called Gore-Tex. In turn, also invented truly the first waterproof cast padding.
- Instructed clients across the country in proper application of Procel ( W.L. Gore's padding). It's usage, application, and management.
- Stressed proper patient education on how to maintain care of Procel Cast Padding.
- Assisted sales reps with the presentation, introduction, and product properties with stressing patient education.
- Demonstrated products to show potential customers benefits and advantages and encourage purchases.
Med/Surg Tech /ER Technician
Baltimore Co.Gen. Hospital/Northwest Hospital Ctr.
09.1978 - 03.2000
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Assessed patient vital signs as ordered and reported and documented any and all adverse changes. Reported directly to supervising nurse.
- Assisted with feeding, changing and moving patients from bed to chair and back.
- Transported patients to exams and procedures.
- Managed and set-up bed traction as ordered by physician. Including skin traction, skeletal traction and pin traction.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with in room and specific procedures.
- Upon transfer to Emergency Room (1986), trained in EKG, blood draw, I.V. starts, rooming patients for initial interview. Performed procedures as instructed by nurse or physician.
- Assisted orthopedic surgeons with fracture reduction, cast or splint application , and subsequent treatments.
- Assisted physicians of different specialties with different procedures as related to their specialty.
- Worked with Security Officers and Police Officers in maintaining safety to psychiatric patients, fellow employees , other patients and visitors.
- Maintained flow of patients in both main E.R. and also Urgent Care areas.
- Assisted in the transport of trauma patients from E.R. to awaiting ambulance or Transport Helicopter.
- Became orthopedic preceptor to new employees, Physicians Assistants, Nurses, and other ancillary staff.
- Became part of yearly competency and evaluation leaders for all E.R. staff.
- Worked directly with Reps regarding Orthopedic supplies and soft goods.
Education
Doctorate of Theology - Theology
Philadelphia Bible Institute, College & Seminary
Baltimore, MD06.2020
No Degree - Orthopedics
Sinai Hospital Orthopedic Resident Program
Baltimore, MD09.1992
Skills
- Orthopedic Traction
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Explaining Procedures to Patients
- Restocking Supplies
- Physical Assessment
- Treatment Options
- Splint Crafting
- Dressing Changes
- Nursing Assistance
- Emergency Situations
- Equipment and Instrument Sterilization
- Wound Cleaning and Care
- Orthopedic Device Knowledge
- Splinting
- Patient Fitting
- Suture Removal
- Brace Fitting
- Patient Safety
Affiliations
- National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists : Committee Member
- University of Maryland Medical System : Competency Advisor
Certification
- OTC - Orthopedic Technologist Certified / Certification Number 98-0841. Certified since August 8, 1998. Certified by National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists. Has maintained since becoming certified.
President : Maryland Association of Orthopedic Technologists
Has led MAOT for over the last 15 years as it's President and advisor. I have facilitated numerous conferences to allow for learning and also to help Orthopedic professionals maintain their various licenses by earning ceu's for their attendance. I am the moderator for submitting our programs for approval through agencies as ASRT, AART, PT, and Occupational Therapists. I am also in charge of maintaining CEU records for our association and any correspondence especially from NBCOT. Encourage the growth and participation or other orthopedic professionals to attend and join.
Additional Information
My ultimate goal is to continue to give back to all what God has given me. And that is a "genuine love" for the furthering and meaning of what it means to have a profession that "will and can" make a difference not only in the life of the patient, but also the life of the orthopedic caregiver. Until God says " that's enough", I will continue to try to reach and teach anyone willing to make the sacrifice.
Timeline
Certified Orthopedic Technologist
Manager : Orthopedic Staffing Services
11.2021 - Current
National Trainer / Preceptor
Aquacast Castliner
11.2011 - Current
Certified Orthopedic Technologist
Towson Orthopaedic Associates
11.2010 - 04.2021
National Trainal
W.L. Gore
02.2001 - 12.2011
Certified Orthopedic Technologists
Advanced Centers For Ortho Surgery And Sports Med
02.1997 - 03.2012
Med/Surg Tech /ER Technician
Baltimore Co.Gen. Hospital/Northwest Hospital Ctr.
09.1978 - 03.2000
Doctorate of Theology - Theology
Philadelphia Bible Institute, College & Seminary
No Degree - Orthopedics
Sinai Hospital Orthopedic Resident Program
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