Ortho Trauma Technologist at CURE International

Job Description

(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In , CURE International, in cooperation with the African Inland Church, opened the AIC-CURE International Hospital in Kijabe, Kenya. Along with being CURE’s first hospital, CURE Kenya was Africa’s first orthopedic pediatric teaching hospital for children with disabilities. The 30-bed hospital provides care for children suffering from a wide range of orthopedic conditions, such as clubfoot, burn contractures, osteomyelitis, and other acquired or congenital conditions. The hospital also conducts mobile clinics to identify children in remote areas who can be treated at the hospital and to provide follow-up care for those who have received surgery. Located in the Rift Valley city of Kijabe, the hospital attracts patients from every region of the country. Through the training of surgeons, nurses, and healthcare professionals, CURE Kenya aims to improve the country’s overall capacity to treat disabled children.

Duties

Alleviate pain and functional limitations by designing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans. Manipulate and reduce fractures and dislocations. Fix and remove cast bandages. Correct Congenital Talipes Equino-Varus Participate in the pre-and post-operative management of trauma and other orthopaedic cases as required. Fix and remove skin and skeletal traction where needed. Able to view and interpret X-ray images in Orthopedics Assess, advise, and educate the patient on the issues relating to Orthopedic and Trauma cases

Education Background

Diploma in Ortho Trauma Technology At least 2 years relevant work experience