Ortho Cast Tech - Patient Care & Fracture Support

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Miami Gardens (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Miami Gardens seeks an Orthopedic Support role to assist physicians in examination, treatment, and follow-up care for orthopedic patients. You will prepare patients for procedures, apply and remove casts or braces, and support fracture reductions as directed.

The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping, inventory management, and maintaining safety through proper sterilization and processes. Monday–Friday, day shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification from a Medical Assisting Program, CNA or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist orthopedic physicians in examination, treatment and follow-up care.
• Prepare patients for procedures and ensure comfort during procedures.
• Apply and remove casts, splints, braces per physician instructions.
• Assist with fracture reductions and dislocations as directed.
• Order and maintain inventory of orthopedic supplies and equipment.
• Clean and sterilize equipment to ensure patient safety.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Miami Gardens seeks an Orthopedic Support role to assist physicians in examination, treatment, and follow-up care for orthopedic patients. You will prepare patients for procedures, apply and remove casts or braces, and support fracture reductions as directed.

The position emphasizes accurate record-keeping, inventory management, and maintaining safety through proper sterilization and processes. Monday–Friday, day shift.