Orthopedic Cast Tech - Immobilization & Patient Care

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Paid time off

Flexible positions

BRG Fit! program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to provide technical and clinical support in orthopedic care. You will assist with immobilization therapies, casts, splints, braces, and other devices, while educating patients and families on care and safety.

Under supervision, you will help with procedures, daily clinic operations, and ensure high standards of patient safety. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to HIPAA and infection prevention practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an orthopedic clinic, urgent care, or ER with casting/splinting.
• Strong understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and sterile processing.
• Experience applying, adjusting, and removing casts, splints, braces, and devices.
• Assist providers with procedures and patient education.
• Excellent communication, patient service, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the orthopedic physician, provide technical and clinical support for orthopedic patients.
• Assist with immobilization therapies, procedures, patient education, and daily clinic operations while maintaining safety and care.
• Apply, adjust, modify, and remove casts, splints, traction devices, and other immobilization equipment as directed.
• Fit and adjust braces, boots, and supportive devices for proper function and patient comfort.
• Assist with minor procedures including reductions, injections, dressing changes, and other treatments.
• Remove sutures, staples, and dressings using established protocols.
• Monitor patient status and communicate concerns to providers.
• Educate patients and families on cast care, splint care, safety, mobility, and devices.

Skills

Orthopedic casting

Medical terminology

Sterile technique

Patient education

Communication

Teamwork

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of MA/Orthopedic Technologist program

ROT certification

OTC certification

Job description

Baton Rouge General is seeking an Orthopedic Technologist to provide technical and clinical support in orthopedic care. You will assist with immobilization therapies, casts, splints, braces, and other devices, while educating patients and families on care and safety.

Under supervision, you will help with procedures, daily clinic operations, and ensure high standards of patient safety. The role emphasizes teamwork, communication, and adherence to HIPAA and infection prevention practices.