PRN Cast Technician - MUSCP

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for high quality casting, splinting services and providing patient care under the direction of a physician or licensed healthcare provider in a clinical practice setting. May be required to provide back up support for other locations. This is a PRN position meaning employed on an as-needed basis and not regularly scheduled to work. PRN employees will not work more than 20 hours per week and number of hours per week will be determined by the manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current BLS.

Nice To Haves

• Certification through (AMT) American Medical Technologist or (AAMA) American Association of Medical Assistants or Military trained with appropriate military certification or accredited by Certified Athletic Trainer program.

Responsibilities

• Apply, adjust and remove casts.
• Measure and fit patients for braces and other orthopedic devices.
• Assist Orthopedic Surgeon in reduction of fractures.
• Instruct patient in proper care of cast and splints, including walking with casts and boots.
• Instructing patients with the use of crutches, cast care and DME.
• Change dressing and care for wounds.
• Remove sutures, staples, etc.
• Clean and stock patient exam and treatment rooms.
• Order medical supplies and manage DME inventory.
• Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with specialists for patients.
• Adhere to established clinic/office policy and procedure directives.
• EMR documentation of services performed.
• Manage patient care flow by rooming patients in a timely manner, informing physician when patient is ready to be seen.
• Perform a broad spectrum of duties including pre-visit preparation, assisting with the patient visit, and post-visit duties.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of protocol, procedures, and standards within casting area of expertise.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED