Casting Tech

Trinity Health•Moline, IL

About The Position

MercyOne is seeking a Casting Technician for its Orthopedic Care Moline department. The role escorts patients to the casting area and prepares them for application of orthopedic devices. Under physician direction, the technician applies, modifies, repairs, fits, and removes casts, splints, braces, and dressings. The technician also educates patients about cast care and follow-up instructions; maintains records and tools, equipment, and inventory; provides training for nursing and ancillary staff and students; replenishes supplies and cleans and stocks the casting area; and recommends equipment and inventory purchases to the Manager. This is a full-time position scheduled for 40 hours per week on the day shift. High school graduation or equivalent is required. Two years of experience in a physician clinic or hospital setting is preferred. Registration or certification as an Orthopedic Technician (ROT), orthopedic care experience, and medical assistant experience are noted as relevant qualifications.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent is required.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a physician clinic or hospital setting is preferred.
Registered or Certified Orthopedic Technician (ROT).
Experience in orthopedic care.
Medical assistant experience.

Responsibilities

Escort patients to the casting area and prepare them for application.
Apply, modify, repair, fit, and remove casts, splints, braces, and dressings as directed by a physician.
Educate patients about cast care and follow-up instructions.
Maintain tools, equipment, inventory, and related records, and provide training for nursing staff, ancillary staff, and students.
Replenish supplies and stock and clean the casting area.
Recommend equipment and inventory purchases to the Manager.