Orthopaedic Tech: Cast & DME Specialist (Temp)

WVU Medicine; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center is seeking an Orthopaedic Tech (Temp) to cast, splint, dress wounds, and assist in orthopedic procedures. The role includes performing casting decisions per surgeon orders, documenting vitals, and supporting the outpatient unit to ensure smooth patient flow.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS certification within 30 days, and prior nursing assistant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
• State and Federal background checks as required for regulated areas.
• Cast tech training required.

Responsibilities

• Cast, splint, and apply durable medical equipment as ordered by staff orthopaedics surgeons.
• Deliver patient care as directed by physicians.
• Obtain and document vitals on patients.
• Support medical staff to ensure patient needs are met and outpatient unit operates efficiently.
• Assist providers with requisitions or forms for examinations and tests; ensure test results are available.
• Administer prescribed medications under supervision.
• Perform qualitative/quantitative tests and examine specimens.
• Obtain and document specimens; report test results to providers.
• Scheduled ancillary testing and POCT as trained; maintain quality control logs.
• Chaperone during examinations; ensure medical records are complete and available.
• Monitor nurse call system and relay information; answer calls.
• Provide information to patients, families and visitors as instructed.
• Participate in Quality Assurance to ensure service quality.
• Generate patient charge data per WVU Medicine procedures.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; assist with orders.
• Schedule and coordinate appointments and procedures in the clinic system.
• Assist with registration processes and data entry for patient visits.

Skills

Cast technique

Patient care

Documentation

Medical terminology

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center is seeking an Orthopaedic Tech (Temp) to cast, splint, dress wounds, and assist in orthopedic procedures. The role includes performing casting decisions per surgeon orders, documenting vitals, and supporting the outpatient unit to ensure smooth patient flow.

The position requires a high school diploma, BLS certification within 30 days, and prior nursing assistant experience preferred.