Orthopedic Cast & Traction Technician

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to support inpatients and outpatients with casts, braces, traction, and CPM devices. You will assist with device applications, documentation in EPIC, and patient education in a fast-paced orthopedics environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, families, and multidisciplinary teams, while maintaining safety and compliance with hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Anatomy and physiology knowledge with patient-care exposure requested.

Responsibilities

• Applies and removes casts, splints, braces, traction devices, overhead suspensions, and CPM machines per orders.
• Ensures safety and proper device application according to anatomy and protocols.
• Responds to ER/OR calls within established timeframes and manages referrals promptly.
• Maintains infection-control practices and OSHA standards.
• Documents and processes patient charges accurately in EMR (EPIC).
• Educates patients and families on cast care and therapy devices.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and staff to support care goals.

Skills

Casting techniques

Traction devices

OR/ER response

Infection control

Documentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Anatomy knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tampa General Hospital is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to support inpatients and outpatients with casts, braces, traction, and CPM devices. You will assist with device applications, documentation in EPIC, and patient education in a fast-paced orthopedics environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, families, and multidisciplinary teams, while maintaining safety and compliance with hospital policies.