Cast Technician

Hospital for Special Surgery; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Hospital for Special Surgery is seeking a part-time/per diem Cast Technician to support orthopedic care teams in a high-volume setting in New York. The role involves applying casts and splints, monitoring patient comfort, and ensuring safety-compliant procedures under physician orders.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least one year of related nursing or emergency tech experience, and preference for AHSA Heartsaver Orthopedic Technician certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of basic nursing skills or emergency technician experience.
• AHA Heartsaver Orthopedic Technician certification preferred.
• Orthopedic and pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply casts and splints safely under physician orders.
• Maintain proper alignment and immobilization.
• Monitor patients for discomfort or complications during cast removal.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.
• Document care and communicate with nursing staff and physicians.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

How you move is why we're here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let's talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status Per Diem Part time Work Shift Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $32.00 - $32.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

Job Qualifications

EDUCATION – Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.), may include specialized or vocational courses

LICENSURE – Preferred

• AHA Heartsaver Orthopedic Technician certification

EXPERIENCE – Required

• 1 year Basic nursing skills, e.g., one year as nursing attendant, emergency technician experience, Armed Services Medical Corps or Orthopedic Technologist.

EXPERIENCE – Preferred

• Orthopedic and Pediatric experience

SKILLS – Required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong customer service orientation.

SKILLS – Preferred

• Orthopedic and Pediatric experience

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and Physical Therapists.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Located in an environment with regular exposure to moderate physical discomfort from fumes or odors, temperature extremes, loud noises and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers.

HAZARDS OSHA Category 1

• Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

Clinical and Technical Competencies

• Require Physicians Order Application of Casts and Splints: Demonstrates proper selection of casting and splint materials (plaster, fiberglass, thermoplastic). including the appropriate selection of materials, stockinette, padding, and trimming.
• Applies casts and splints safely, securely, and in a manner that ensures proper immobilization.
• Maintains correct alignment and positioning according to physician instructions.
• Trims and finishes rough edges of casts, leaving skin intact.
• Cleans skin following cast application.
• Bivavles/univalves casts according to physician's orders, without injuring skin or destroying cast.
• Wedge Cast (only with Physician).
• Removal of Casts and Splints: Operating cast saws safely and effectively.
• Monitors patients for discomfort or complications during removal.
• Provides post-removal skin care instructions to patients.
• Monitoring: Monitors neurovascular status (circulation, sensation, movement) before and after cast application.
• Identifies signs of complications (pressure sores, skin irritation, compartment syndrome).
• Inspects edges of casts for smoothness, and for signs of pressure and tightness.
• Reports abnormal findings to supervising clinicians promptly.
• Provides information about skin integrity, cast fit and other data collected, to the appropriate professional, nurse or physician.

Standard Precautions & Aseptic Technique

• Infection Control - Understands principles of aseptic technique; observes the basic principles of aseptic technique.
• Demonstrates competency, safety, and use of Standard Precautions.
• Complies with policies and procedures concerning infection control and safety to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures.
• Perform correct handwashing and use of alcohol-based sanitizers before/after patient care.
• Keeps workspace clean and orderly.
• Complies with dress code policy and maintains a professional appearance (with natural fingernails neatly manicured and length of less than 1/4 inch long).
• Use the appropriate PPE.
• Role may require assistance in the operating, cast technician is aware Communication: Effectively communicates with various departments to disseminate and receive information as requested.

Communication

• Effectively communicates with various departments to disseminate and receive information as requested.
• Explains procedures, care instructions, and potential complications to patients and caregivers in a clear, empathetic manner.
• Provides education on cast care, hygiene, and activity restrictions.
• Responds to patient questions and concerns effectively.
• Utilizes computerized systems to support efficient operational management.

Documentation & Information Management

• Maintains accurate files, records, and reports. such as accurate documentation in the electronic health record.
• Maintains the patient's medical records according to regulatory requirements and HSS policy.
• Upholds patient privacy and confidentiality (HIPAA compliance).
• Follows hospital policy regarding sensitive patient information.
• Follows through on charges for service as required.

Equipment Handling & Environmental Safety

• Cleans, maintains, and stores casting and splinting tools and materials.
• Ensures sterilization and infection control standards are followed.
• Wear protective apparel including goggles and gloves during the preparation of the application and cleanup of the casting process.
• Maintains environment free of clutter and safe for the patients and their families.
• Ensure safe disposal of sharp instruments and casting materials following hospital policy.
• Cleans, maintains, and stores casting and splinting tools and materials.
• Provides and maintains a safe environment for patients, family and staff.

Non-Discrimination Policy

• Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment.
• Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.

HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 17th year in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2026-2027).

Our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent-candidates that align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunity for growth and success.

Our patients say it best: We receive consistently high ratings from our patients for the quality of our doctors and our hospital. More than 3,000 have shared their experience in their own words.