Orthopedic Cast Tech I — Patient Care & Casting

UF Health; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks an Orthopaedic Cast Technician to support ambulatory clinic patients by fabricating, applying, maintaining and removing casts and related orthopaedic devices. The role involves assisting staff with patient flow, ensuring notes and imaging are prepared, and maintaining the clinic environment.

Qualifications include completion of orthopaedic tech programs or equivalent training; military medical services certs; or nursing/paramedic pathways.

Qualifications

• The candidate must possess one of the education/experience options listed.
• Experience in orthopaedic casting or related medical roles is preferred.
• Previous hospital, clinic, or physician office exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, apply, maintain and remove casts and splints.
• Assist with patient flow and clinic procedures.
• Ensure visit notes, tests and x-ray results are available for visits.
• Maintain clinic environment, supplies and equipment.
• May perform clerical, insurance and medical records duties.
• May float to other practices as needed for staffing.

Skills

Initiative

Multitask

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Orthopaedic tech program

Military medical services cert

Medical Assistant program

Paramedic program

Orthopaedic-related certification

Nursing Assistant program + 1 year experience

Job description

UF Health in Gainesville, FL seeks an Orthopaedic Cast Technician to support ambulatory clinic patients by fabricating, applying, maintaining and removing casts and related orthopaedic devices. The role involves assisting staff with patient flow, ensuring notes and imaging are prepared, and maintaining the clinic environment.

Qualifications include completion of orthopaedic tech programs or equivalent training; military medical services certs; or nursing/paramedic pathways.