Cast & DME Technician - Patient Care & Inventory

Hughston Clinic; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughston Clinic is seeking a DME/Casting support role focused on patient care, casting, and DME management. You will escort patients, apply casts, and assist with minor surgical procedures while maintaining supplies and documentation.

The position requires two years of casting experience, a high school diploma, BLS, HIPAA knowledge, and a valid driver's license for potential travel to satellite clinics.

Qualifications

• Two years before casting experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to travel to satellite clinics if assigned.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients from waiting area to cast room or DME area.
• Remove and apply casts (fiberglass and plaster) and related appliances.
• Assist in fracture reductions and minor procedures; remove sutures/staples.
• Sterilize instruments and maintain clean workspaces.
• Stock and maintain work spaces; manage DME inventory.
• Assist with DME ordering, billing review, and deliveries to hospitals.
• Provide backup Medical Assistant duties as needed.

Skills

Casting experience

Communication skills

HIPAA knowledge

Independent worker

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Orthopaedic specialized training program

Tools

Athena

Medical terminology

Job description

Hughston Clinic is seeking a DME/Casting support role focused on patient care, casting, and DME management. You will escort patients, apply casts, and assist with minor surgical procedures while maintaining supplies and documentation.

The position requires two years of casting experience, a high school diploma, BLS, HIPAA knowledge, and a valid driver's license for potential travel to satellite clinics.