Orthopaedic Casting & DME Technician - Outpatient

UHC United Hospital Center; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine seeks a clinically skilled professional to cast, splint, and apply DME soft goods for orthopaedic patients. You will analyze fractures, select casting methods, and support staff in delivering patient care in a busy outpatient unit.

Responsibilities include vitals, coordinating tests, and assisting with documentation and tests as ordered by physicians. BLS and prior nursing assistant training are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required for the role.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Background checks as required for regulated areas.

Responsibilities

• Cast and splint patients as ordered by staff Orthopaedics surgeons.
• Deliver patient care as directed by physicians.
• Obtain and document vitals on patients.
• Assist providers in completing requisitions or forms for patient examination or testing.
• Administer prescribed medication under supervision.

Education

High school diploma

Nursing Assistant Training

Tools

Cast and splint application

Job description

WVU Medicine seeks a clinically skilled professional to cast, splint, and apply DME soft goods for orthopaedic patients. You will analyze fractures, select casting methods, and support staff in delivering patient care in a busy outpatient unit.

Responsibilities include vitals, coordinating tests, and assisting with documentation and tests as ordered by physicians. BLS and prior nursing assistant training are preferred.