Orthopedic Casting & Traction Technician

Prisma Health; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health seeks an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians and nurses with care, casting, bracing, and traction on the floor or in the operating room at Blount Memorial Hospital, Maryville, TN. You will help prepare supplies, monitor devices, and guide patients in use of orthopedic equipment.

Responsibilities include daily rounds, equipment maintenance, and ensuring cast room readiness. Requires two years in direct patient care, and NBCOT or ASOP certs are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years of direct patient care experience.
• Orthopedic experience preferred.
• Orth Tech Certification by NBCOT or ASOP.

Responsibilities

• Assist physician/nurse with casting, splinting and bracing needs on the floor or in the OR.
• Set up and monitor traction; apply and remove devices as ordered.
• Ensure supplies are available and cast room is stocked and maintained.
• Instruct patients on crutch, cast and Orthopedic appliance care.
• Conduct twice daily rounds to check orthopedic appliances and traction.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Orthopedic trends

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Prisma Health seeks an Orthopedic Technician to assist physicians and nurses with care, casting, bracing, and traction on the floor or in the operating room at Blount Memorial Hospital, Maryville, TN. You will help prepare supplies, monitor devices, and guide patients in use of orthopedic equipment.

Responsibilities include daily rounds, equipment maintenance, and ensuring cast room readiness. Requires two years in direct patient care, and NBCOT or ASOP certs are preferred.