Cast Technician – Outpatient Orthopedics

Shriners Children's; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s in Portland, OR is seeking a full-time Cast Tech to assist the medical staff with casting, traction, and other orthopedic devices in the outpatient setting, while educating patients and families about care and self-management.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an Orthopedic Cast Technician Program, and Basic Life Support (BLS). The Cast Tech works under an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon and collaborates with the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Orthopedic Cast Technician Program completed.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of an Orthopedic Technician and OPC standards.
• Performs casting and traction services under the direction of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon.
• Communicates with patients/families and the care team to ensure effective therapeutic intervention and patient safety.
• Prepares patients for application of orthopedic devices and removes plaster/fiberglass as ordered by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in application, removal, maintenance, and modification of casts, splints and traction.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Orthopedic Cast Technician Program

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Shriners Children’s in Portland, OR is seeking a full-time Cast Tech to assist the medical staff with casting, traction, and other orthopedic devices in the outpatient setting, while educating patients and families about care and self-management.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, completion of an Orthopedic Cast Technician Program, and Basic Life Support (BLS). The Cast Tech works under an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon and collaborates with the care team.