Cast Technician - Doral

University of Miami•Doral, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Miami UHealth System at Doral is hiring a full-time Cast Technician in the Department of Orthopedics. The Cast Technician assists with the removal and application of casts, splints, and braces, and helps orthopedic technicians instruct patients on caring for injuries, using and adjusting traction equipment, and adjusting crutches, walkers, and other aids. The role may also support clinic efficiency by performing Medical Assistant duties as needed. The position supports orthopedic procedures and routine examinations and treatments, provides continuity of postoperative casting, splinting, and bracing care, and documents treatments in patients’ medical records. The technician also assists with medication, supplies, equipment, patient flow, and coordination of care. Duties may be expanded as necessary. Travel to multiple locations may be required based on departmental needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

Assist physician and nursing personnel with orthopedic casting procedures, including applying and removing a variety of casts and splints.
Support medical staff with routine examination and treatment procedures, including removing casts, cleaning wounds, and applying dressings.
Provide continuity of postoperative care involving casting, splinting, and bracing, and document treatments in patients’ medical records.
Administer medication and assist with medical supplies and equipment during minor procedures.
Maintain appropriate par levels of supplies, medications, and instruments, and place orders.
Keep examination rooms and cast rooms stocked and ensure they are cleaned after each patient.
Maintain coding procedures for modalities and supplies utilized.
Facilitate patient flow and assist physician and nursing personnel in coordinating patient care.
Perform Medical Assistant duties within the department as needed.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.