Orthopaedic Technician: Casts, Braces & DME Specialist

South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine PA; Florida; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off and holidays

401(k)

Job summary

South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to join the Ancillary Services team. You will assist with casting, splinting, DME dispensing, and insurance authorizations in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a clinical healthcare setting, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, PAs, and staff. Travel between Stuart and Port St. Lucie offices is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in a clinical healthcare setting.
• Experience in outpatient physician practice, urgent care, sports medicine, or orthopedic environment.
• Experience as an Orthopaedic Technician or similar orthopedic support role.
• Working knowledge of human anatomy and medical terminology.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency and experience using an electronic medical record (NextGen preferred).
• Demonstrated reliability, professionalism and a strong work ethic in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Apply, modify, and remove casts, splints, braces, and other immobilization devices.
• Fit and dispense Durable Medical Equipment (DME) while educating patients on proper use and care.
• Verify insurance benefits, obtain authorizations, and provide patients with cost estimates for DME.
• Coordinate brace fitting appointments following insurance approval.
• Answer patient questions regarding casts, splints, braces, and post-application care.
• Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Ensure casting and bracing areas remain clean, organized, and stocked.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Collaborate with physicians, physician assistants, medical assistants, and front office staff.
• Travel between Stuart and Port St. Lucie offices as needed.
• Follow organizational policies, HIPAA requirements, and safety standards.
• Perform other duties to support the Ancillary Services department.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Organization

EMR familiarity

Tools

NextGen EMR

Job description

South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to join the Ancillary Services team. You will assist with casting, splinting, DME dispensing, and insurance authorizations in a fast-paced outpatient setting.

The ideal candidate has 1+ year in a clinical healthcare setting, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, PAs, and staff. Travel between Stuart and Port St. Lucie offices is required.