Orthopedic Technician

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Michigan Medicine is seeking a skilled Cast Technician to support orthopedic care in Ann Arbor. You will assist physicians with casts, help in fracture reductions, and manage wound care and patient education.

The role requires a high school diploma with experience in casting and wound treatment, plus knowledge of casting materials. There is potential for hybrid work and involvement in ER cases and resident instruction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Progressively responsible experience in cast application and wound treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of casting materials.

Responsibilities

• Apply simple casts of various materials and assist physicians in the application of complex casts.
• Prepare patients for and assist in the reduction of fractures by operation of appropriate equipment.
• Assist in the treatment of sterile and infected wounds including sterile cleansing, cleansing of open and draining wounds and wound dressing.
• Remove casts and prepare patients for recastings by inspecting, assessing and cleansing skin.
• Instruct and advise patients on the use and care of casts, crutch walking and appropriate activities.
• Participate in the placement and removal of orthopedic pins.
• Assess patient progress after cast application by checking circulation and comfort.
• Supervise the daily operations and scheduling of the cast room.
• Participate in emergency room cases involving casts.
• Participate in the evaluation of new casting materials and techniques.
• Participate in instruction of residents in cast application and care.
• Provide telephone triage to patients.
• Maintain a clean, organized cast room.
• Stock and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Obtain insurance authorizations for cast procedures as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Knowledge of casting materials

Wound care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in cast application and wound treatment

Job description

Responsibilities

• Apply simple casts of various materials and assist physicians in the application of complex casts.
• Prepare patients for and assist in the reduction of fractures by operation of appropriate equipment.
• Assist in the treatment of sterile and infected wounds including sterile cleansing, cleansing of open and draining wounds and wound dressing.
• Remove casts and prepare patients for recastings by inspecting, assessing and cleansing skin.
• Instruct and advise patients on the use and care of casts, crutch walking and appropriate activities.
• Participate in the placement and removal of orthopedic pins.
• Assess patient progress after cast application by checking circulation and comfort.
• Supervise the daily operations and scheduling of the cast room.
• Participate in emergency room cases involving casts.
• Participate in the evaluation of new casting materials and techniques.
• Participate in instruction of residents in cast application and care.
• Provide telephone triage to patients.
• Maintain a clean, organized cast room.
• Stock and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Process patient care orders using the electronic ordering system may be required in certain areas.
• Obtain insurance authorizations for cast procedures as appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Progressively responsible experience in the application of casts and wound treatment.
• Considerable knowledge of casting materials

Desired Qualifications

• Reasonable experience in clinic operations and emergency services.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.