Orthopedic Cast Technician - Anaheim

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Anaheim, CA

About The Position

The Orthopedic Cast Technician supports orthopedic patient care by performing assigned diagnostic tests and assisting physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with orthopedic procedures. The role includes applying and removing splints and plaster or fiberglass casts, providing patient instructions on cast and wound care, and assisting with follow-up scheduling. The technician also provides product and technical assistance to customers and clinical staff, maintains casting supplies and equipment, and may assist with scribing in the electronic medical record during office examinations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross; certification must remain valid for 60 days from the start date.
Current Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) certification from the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists, or Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) certification from the American Society of Orthopedic Professionals.

Nice To Haves

One year of orthopedic cast technician experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in patient care work.

Responsibilities

Position patients for procedures and note their degree of discomfort.
Instruct patients on cast care, wound care, swelling, and how to remove and apply splints.
Under the direction of a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant, assist with orthopedic procedures and services, including applying slings and casts and inspecting or adjusting bandages and equipment.
Perform designated diagnostic tests and assist with follow-up scheduling.
Provide product and technical assistance, including product preparation and procedural consultation for physicians and staff as appropriate.
Apply and remove a variety of splints and plaster or fiberglass casts, and request x-rays as indicated under physician direction.
Perform special procedures such as windowing and wedging, and assist physicians with procedures such as pin removal and traction application.
Manage inventory and order and receive casting supplies and equipment.
Clean and reprocess equipment and supplies according to standard work and department guidelines.
May assist physicians with scribing in the EMR during office examinations.