Orthopedic Cast Technician - Anaheim

Job description

Job Description
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The Orthopedic Cast Tech will perform a variety of tasks associated with orthopedic casting procedures under the instruction of a provider in the Clinic. Work is performed independently under the general supervision of a physician and is evaluated by satisfactory correction of orthopedic problems.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Positions patient for procedure and notes the degree of discomfort experienced by the patient.
• Instructs patient in cast care, wound care, swelling and how to remove and apply splints.
• Under physician, NP or PA direction, may assist with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient. (i.e. apply slings, casts, inspect and adjust bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care).
• Perform designated diagnostic tests as advised by provided and assists in follow-up scheduling needs.
• Provides product and technical assistance for customers, including product preparation and procedural consultation for physicians and staff as appropriate.
• Applies and removes a variety of splints, plaster and fiberglass casts and requests x-rays as indicated under the direction of a physician.
• Performs special procedures as windowing and wedging, and assists the physician in sophisticated special procedures as removal of pins and application of traction.
• Responsible for inventory, ordering and receiving of all casting supplies and equipment.
• Cleans/re-processes equipment and supplies based on standard work and department guidelines.
• May assist physician with scribing in the EMR during office exams.

Qualifications
Education:
• High School Diploma/GED Required

Work Experience:
• 1 year orthopedic cast tech or equivalent combination of education and experience in patient care work preferred

Licenses and Certifications:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (BLS expiration date must be valid 60 days from the start date)
• Current Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) from National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, or Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) certification from the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals required upon 1 year of hire