Orthopaedic Cast Tech — Casting & Patient Care Expert

Olympic Medical Center Foundation; Port Angeles (WA); On-site; USD 30,872 - 45,571; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

Olympic Medical Center Foundation in Port Angeles is seeking an Orthopaedic Cast Technician to provide essential patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic. The role involves educating patients and managing the application and removal of casts, braces, and splints.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, with preferred training as an orthopaedic technician. A background in assisting in the operating room is strongly preferred. Enjoy competitive salary and excellent benefits in a vibrant community.

Qualifications

• Two to four years’ experience in an orthopaedic setting required.
• Clinical experience as an orthopaedic technician preferred.
• Experience assisting in the operating room under physician direction strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic under supervision.
• Educate patients and apply/remove casts, braces, and splints.
• Assist with positioning patients during surgical procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Casting and fitting of braces

Assisting in operating room

Knowledge of instruments and supplies

Education

High school diploma/GED

Graduate of orthopaedic technician training (preferred)

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Orthopaedic Technologist Certification (preferred)

Job description

Olympic Medical Center Foundation in Port Angeles is seeking an Orthopaedic Cast Technician to provide essential patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic. The role involves educating patients and managing the application and removal of casts, braces, and splints.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, with preferred training as an orthopaedic technician. A background in assisting in the operating room is strongly preferred. Enjoy competitive salary and excellent benefits in a vibrant community.