Orthopedic Casting Technician I

Medical University of South Carolina; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a PRN Casting Specialist to provide high-quality casting, splinting, and patient care under a physician or licensed provider. The role may require backup support for other locations and includes EMR documentation and inventory management.

Responsibilities include casting, bracing fitment, fracture reduction assistance, wound care, room preparation, and coordinating follow-up visits with specialists.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• No licensure required for the role.
• Ability to stand/walk/sit for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Apply, adjust and remove casts and splints for patients.
• Measure and fit patients for braces and other orthopedic devices.
• Assist Orthopedic Surgeon in reduction of fractures.
• Instruct patients on cast/splint care, walking with casts/boots, and crutch use.
• Change dressings and care for wounds, remove sutures or staples.
• Clean and stock exam/treatment rooms; order supplies and manage DME inventory.
• Assist in scheduling follow-up and specialist appointments; document in EMR.
• Manage patient flow by rooming patients and communicating readiness to clinicians.

Skills

Patient care

Casting & splinting

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina seeks a PRN Casting Specialist to provide high-quality casting, splinting, and patient care under a physician or licensed provider. The role may require backup support for other locations and includes EMR documentation and inventory management.

Responsibilities include casting, bracing fitment, fracture reduction assistance, wound care, room preparation, and coordinating follow-up visits with specialists.