Cast Technician - Part Time

Shriners Children's; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s in Folsom, CA, seeks an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians with casts, traction, and Ilizarov devices, and to educate patients and families on device care.

The role supports the orthopedic team, maintains equipment, and ensures timely communication across departments to maximize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• 1 year orthopedic technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an Orthopedic Technician.
• Performs casting, traction and Ilizarov services under the direction of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon.
• Demonstrates open, accurate and timely communication with patients/families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic intervention.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Provides assistance to physicians in the application, maintenance and removal of casts, traction, Ilizarov device and other splint or motion device as prescribed. Informs patients / families, staff and students about the use and care of casts, traction and Ilizarov devices; monitors and orders casting and traction supplies and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an Orthopedic Technician
• Performs casting, traction and Ilizarov services under the direction and supervision of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon
• Demonstrates open, accurate and timely communication with patients/families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic intervention. Maintains competency, adheres to standards of practice, recognizes own learning needs to maximize professional development and optimal patient care

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year orthopedic technician experience.
• BLS

The pay range for this position is $32.43 - $45.78/hour.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.