Orthopedic Cast & DME Technician

Bluegrass Orthopaedics; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluegrass Orthopaedics is seeking a Cast/DME Technician to support clinicians by applying and removing casts and DME, educating patients, and maintaining a clean, organized clinical area. You will assist with patient care, document in the EMR, and help manage inventory under provider protocols.

The role is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with possible extended hours. The ideal candidate will have completed accredited clinical assisting training or equivalent experience, and ROT certification is

Qualifications

• Preferred completion of an accredited training program for clinical assisting, or a combination of education and work experience in a clinical or medical office setting.
• Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and physician assistants in exam rooms as needed.
• Apply and remove casts and DME per provider protocol.
• Educate patients on DME products and cast care, ensuring understanding of use and safety.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety during cast application and removal, reporting any concerns to the Provider.
• Document pertinent patient medical information in the Electronic Medical Record (HER) accurately and timely.
• Take telephone messages and provide feedback and answers to patients, providers, and the clinical team.
• Communicate effectively with all team members to support efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
• Maintain work area, exam rooms, supplies, medications, and any equipment used for DME or casting purposes.
• Maintain supplies and perform periodic cleaning and infection control measures as delegated.
• Collaborate with the DME Coordinator to manage inventory and assist with product training.

Skills

Cast/DME application

Patient education

Vital signs

Infection control

Communication

Inventory management

Education

Clinical assisting training

Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT)

Tools

EMR systems

Inventory systems

DME equipment handling

Job description

Bluegrass Orthopaedics is seeking a Cast/DME Technician to support clinicians by applying and removing casts and DME, educating patients, and maintaining a clean, organized clinical area. You will assist with patient care, document in the EMR, and help manage inventory under provider protocols.

The role is Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, with possible extended hours. The ideal candidate will have completed accredited clinical assisting training or equivalent experience, and ROT certification is