Orthopedic Casting Technician I (PRN)

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a PRN Orthopedic Casting/Technician to support casting, splinting, and general patient care under physician supervision. This role involves on-site duties across multiple locations, including back-up coverage as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to stand/walk for long periods, and strong collaboration with the orthopedic team. This is an hourly, PRN role with 4 scheduled weekly hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Apply, adjust and remove casts.
• Measure and fit patients for braces and other orthopedic devices.
• Assist Orthopedic Surgeon in reduction of fractures.
• Instruct patient in proper care of cast and splints, including walking with casts and boots.
• Instructing patients with the use of crutches, cast care and DME.
• Change dressing and care for wounds.
• Remove sutures, staples, etc.
• Clean and stock patient exam and treatment rooms.
• Order medical supplies and manage DME inventory.
• Assist in making follow-up appointments and consultation appointments with specialists for patients.
• Adhere to established clinic/office policy and procedure directives.
• EMR documentation of services performed.
• Manage patient care flow by rooming patients in a timely manner, informing physician when patient is ready to be seen.
• Perform a broad spectrum of duties including pre-visit preparation, assisting with the patient visit, and post-visit duties.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of protocol, procedures, and standards within casting area of expertise.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Casting

Splinting

Patient care

EMR documentation

Orthopedic devices

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a PRN Orthopedic Casting/Technician to support casting, splinting, and general patient care under physician supervision. This role involves on-site duties across multiple locations, including back-up coverage as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to stand/walk for long periods, and strong collaboration with the orthopedic team. This is an hourly, PRN role with 4 scheduled weekly hours.