Orthopaedic Cast Tech, Ortho Clinic

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

## Orthopaedic Cast Tech, Ortho ClinicApplylocations: Port Angeles: Sequimtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR-11825**ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:**Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination! **FTE:**100%**WORK SHIFT**Days**PAY RANGE:**$22.41 - $33.08**UNION:**SEIU 1199-Service and Dietary**SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:****Weekend & Holiday Shifts:** No**Shift Differentials:*** Evening - $3.00/hour* Night - $5.00/hour* Weekend - $4.50/hour**Premiums:*** Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)* Lead - $3.25/hour* On-Call - $3.00/hour* Preceptor - $1.50/hour* Trainer - $1.50/hour**JOB DESCRIPTION:**The Orthopaedic Cast Technician provides patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic under the direction of the orthopaedic surgeon and PA-Cs to educate patients, to adjust, apply, and remove casts, braces, dressings, and splints, and to perform office procedures. The technician may assist with positioning the patient during surgical procedures, and is knowledgeable about instruments, supplies, and equipment used during orthopaedic procedures. ***EDUCATION**** High school diploma/GED* Graduate of a school for training as orthopaedic technician preferred***EXPERIENCE**** Two to four years’ experience in an orthopaedic setting required* Clinical experience as an orthopaedic technician (or a similar position) with emphasis on casting and fitting of braces and splints preferred* Experience assisting in operating room under direction of a physician strongly preferred***LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS**** MA-R or MA-C required* Orthopaedic Technologist Certification preferred* Basic Life Support (BLS) certified**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**Click here for information about our benefits.**Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:**Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.### Working together to provide excellence in health care:Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities. We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff!### OMC Compensation & Benefits:We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees. OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs. For more information about our benefits, click here!### Have a question about how to apply for a career with Olympic Medical Center?Contact us: [e-mail] answers to some frequently asked questions, click here.