Ortho Cast Tech L1 | UF Health Gainesville Fracture Clinic | Variable | Full time

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks an Orthopaedic Cast Technician to support ambulatory clinic patients by fabricating, applying, maintaining and removing casts and related orthopaedic devices. The role involves assisting staff with patient flow, ensuring notes and imaging are prepared, and maintaining the clinic environment.

Qualifications include completion of orthopaedic tech programs or equivalent training; military medical services certs; or nursing/paramedic pathways.

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess one of the education/experience options listed.
• Experience in orthopaedic casting or related medical roles is preferred.
• Previous hospital, clinic, or physician office exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, apply, maintain and remove casts and splints.
• Assist with patient flow and clinic procedures.
• Ensure visit notes, tests and x-ray results are available for visits.
• Maintain clinic environment, supplies and equipment.
• May perform clerical, insurance and medical records duties.
• May float to other practices as needed for staffing.

Skills

Initiative

Multitask

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Orthopaedic tech program

Military medical services cert

Medical Assistant program

Paramedic program

Orthopaedic-related certification

Nursing Assistant program + 1 year experience

Job description

Overview

Full time 40 hours/week | Variable

The Orthopaedic Cast Technician provides patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting under the direct responsibility of a licensed physician. The technician participates in the care of patients in a clinic setting by: fabricating, applying, maintaining and removing casts, splints, Orthopaedic soft goods and other musculoskeletal dressing and appliances; by assisting other nursing staff and health care providers with daily patient flow; exams, simple and complex procedures. Assures appropriate visit notes, tests, and/or x-ray results are available for visit. Performs clinic-specific technical skills. Maintains clinic environment, including supplies and equipment. The Orthopaedic Cast Technician may also perform clerical, insurance, and medical records functions. May be required to float to other practices as needed for staffing.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

The candidate must possess one of the following education and experience requirements:

• Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist certified school/program.
• Completion of a formal medical services training program of the U.S. Armed Forces with proof of a certificate upon discharge.
• Graduate of an approved course of study as a Medical Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited paramedic program with proof of a valid state license.
• Certification in an Orthopaedic-related field (i.e., Athletic Trainer).
• Graduation from a formal 6 week Nursing Assistant program and at least one full year full time experience.

• Two years on a job full time experience in a hospital, healthcare setting or physician's office.

The candidate should display initiative, have the ability to multitask, and be able to take on additional responsibilities. Proven ability to problem-solve and be a team player is essential.

Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a 'frequent driver'

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Basic Life Support (CPR) required or obtained within first month of employment. If currently possess Licensure or Certification expectation would be to continue with this Licensure or Certification.