Job Description:
The Part Time Cast Technician supports the ambulatory orthopedic practice with a focus on trauma care, hand surgery, and pediatric orthopedics. This role is responsible for the application and removal of casts and braces, assisting with minor clinical procedures, and providing high-quality patient care under the direction of licensed providers. The Cast Technician plays a key role in patient education, clinical efficiency, and ensuring a safe, compassionate experience for patients of all ages. Daily duties/ Skills include but are not limited to: Casting and Brace Care: Apply, remove, and modify orthopedic casts (plaster and fiberglass) according to provider orders and established protocols. Apply and remove orthopedic braces, splints, and immobilization devices. Assess cast and brace fit, comfort, and integrity; report concerns to the provider promptly. Provide patient and caregiver education on cast and brace care, activity restrictions, and warning signs requiring medical attention Equipment/ DME: Maintain Equipment and supply inventory at ambulatory practice and let supervisor know when supplies are needed. Work with the Orthotic team to complete DME paperwork in their absence. Wound care/ Suture removal: Perform staple and suture removal per provider order. and assist with dressing changes and wound careQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required; ability to read, speak, and write English fluently. LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Certified Orthopedic Technologist (OTC), Certified Cast Technician (CCT), or equivalent preferred. American Heart Association BLS certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior experience in orthopedic casting and bracing preferred. Experience in ambulatory orthopedic, trauma, hand, or pediatric settings strongly preferredPERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONSDemonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. This position is Parttime 24 hours per week.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. (Refers to Blood Bourne Pathogen requirement)REPORTING RELATIONSHIPThe position report to ambulatory leadership The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.
