Orthopedic Cast Tech – Patient Care & Casting

The Nemours Foundation; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nemours Foundation is seeking a Cast Tech to join our team in Wilmington, DE. The role is Monday through Friday, based in Wilmington with potential travel to satellite locations if needed.

You will perform cast application, adjustment, and removal, support fracture care, and assist providers with procedures. The position includes data collection for intake, patient preparation, and patient education on follow-up care.

Qualifications

• One year of training beyond high school is required.
• Minimum one year of experience required.
• Certification by the National Board of Certification Technologists preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and soft goods in clinic and hospital.
• Assist orthopaedic providers in fracture reduction and related procedures.
• Prepare patients for visits and educate on follow-up care.
• Document patient information and intervention details in the EMR.
• Schedule diagnostic tests and obtain pre-authorization as needed.
• Maintain inventory of casting materials and supply rooms.
• Provide cross-coverage to Delaware Valley satellite offices when necessary.
• Serve as technical advisor on orthopedic devices and equipment.

Skills

Cast technology

Patient care

Education

One year of training beyond high school

National Board of Certification Technologists preferred

Job description

The Nemours Foundation is seeking a Cast Tech to join our team in Wilmington, DE. The role is Monday through Friday, based in Wilmington with potential travel to satellite locations if needed.

You will perform cast application, adjustment, and removal, support fracture care, and assist providers with procedures. The position includes data collection for intake, patient preparation, and patient education on follow-up care.