Sports Medicine

Carle Health•Champaign, IL

28d•$18 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopaedic Cast Technician is responsible for applying and removing multiple types of splints and casts on patients with fractures, extreme sprains, and torn tendons/muscles. Orders supplies, maintains cast room/bay areas, cleans casting equipment, and assists the supervising provider or nurse as needed. Provides immobilization and continuing care for Orthopedic patients. Develops a strong working knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and in-depth knowledge of multiple types of current forms of immobilization including casts and splints. The Certified Medical Assistant / Registered Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and patient care support duties in a medical practice to assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensures that the office runs smoothly.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (ARMA) - American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AAH) - American Allied Health (AAH)
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Orthopaedic experience

Nice To Haves

Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) within 1 year - American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP)
Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) within 1 year - National Board for Certification in Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT)

Responsibilities

Provides quality Orthopaedic care in the Cast Rooms for patients requiring any/all forms of immobilization.
Responsible for applying, removing, and assessing the need for change of all types of Orthopaedic casts, splints, and immobilization devices.
Coordinates cast room procedures and training programs as directed by the Patient Care Manager or Nursing Supervisor.
Develops training programs and provides continued education related to casting skills.
Functions as a Medical Assistant III and alternately rotates cast room and floor work responsibilities.
Reviews patient x-rays with providers as deemed necessary.
Coordinates treatment of patients needing special immobilization devices and works closely with staff to ensure devices are appropriately applied and worn.
Serves as a resource for staff and patients with problems related to casts or splints.
Assists in the performance of procedures including setting up aseptic fields for suturing.
Educates patients and families regarding the application and use of Orthotic Immobilization Devices.
Orders, receives, and stores supplies and materials needed to run the Cast Room.
Cleans and stocks all Cast Rooms.
Assists in the cleaning and sterilization of instruments.
Performs routine maintenance on casting equipment and ensures cleanliness and safety.
May perform duties as a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant as needed.
Rooms patients, including taking vital signs and reviewing medications and allergies.
Assists providers with minor procedures.
Stocks and closes down rooms.
Orders DME, housekeeping, and dressing supplies.
Manages in-basket responsibilities including casting/splinting issues, work/school/PE notes, handicap placards, and prior authorizations.
Removes splints and casts.
Applies dressings.
Removes staples and sutures.
Applies splints and casts.
Prepares unsterile instruments for transport to SPD.
Performs DME fittings.
Collects and processes specimens accurately.
Completes MRI screenings.