Orthopedic Cast Technician

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Orthopedic Cast Technician prepares and assists orthopaedic surgeons, fellows/residents, and nursing staff with the application and removal of orthopaedic appliances, casts, splints, and other dressings. The role requires an advanced understanding of anatomical structures and the ability to describe orthopaedic conditions. The technician is responsible for ordering, maintaining, and charging orthopaedic equipment and supplies, and supports the Hospital’s and department’s Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service goals. The position is based primarily at the Lincoln Park outpatient center, with potential travel to satellite locations in Northbrook, Schaumburg, Westchester, New Lenox, and the downtown main location. Work is likely as-needed, with a high likelihood of at least 16 scheduled hours each week.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Two years of college or technical school preferred.
Certification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists preferred.
A minimum of two years of experience in a hospital splint or cast room or an Orthopedic Physician’s office is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Two years of college or technical school.
Certification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists.
At least two years of experience in a hospital splint or cast room or an Orthopedic Physician’s office.

Responsibilities

Integrate the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients, including their growth and development, into patient care.
Apply and assist with the application and removal of body casts.
Perform dressing changes and remove sutures, staples, Steinman pins, and K-Wires using proper aseptic technique.
Order supplies and equipment from the storeroom and outside vendors, and keep them organized with appropriate backup supplies.
Maintain accurate inventory and appropriate par levels of clinic supplies and equipment.
Process special orthopaedic apparatus orders for patients from all units through outside vendors.
Review and recommend new products to the clinical director, introduce and evaluate products according to Hospital policy, and add new equipment to inventory following Hospital standards.
Coordinate equipment repair and preventive maintenance.
Help ensure a safe environment that reflects quality control standards.
Complete inpatient and outpatient Cast Room charge entry daily.
Assist with timely retrieval and delivery of medications and pharmaceutical products dispensed by the Pharmacy to appropriate patient care providers.
Document changes to the plan in the Electronic Medical Record or paper chart.
Train residents and students, under the direction of orthopaedic surgeons, in applying and removing casts and splints.
Assist with clinic procedures as requested by the orthopaedic surgeon.
Prepare, set up, and dismantle specified types of traction as requested by the orthopaedic surgeon.
Stock traction equipment in the emergency room and on the unit.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees working 20 or more hours per week.
Employer-paid group term life and disability insurance.
Employer contribution toward a Health Savings Account.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match.
Voluntary benefits including supplemental life, AD&D and disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Tuition assistance.
Student loan servicing and support.
Adoption benefits.
Backup childcare and eldercare.
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health resources for employees and family members.
Discounts on services at Lurie Children’s facilities.
Discount purchasing program.
Hourly employee differentials may be available.