Part-Time Outpatient Cast Technician, Ortho

Cleveland Clinic; Poland (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a part-time Cast Technician for our Poland/Youngstown Orthopedics Office. You will assist in casting and splinting, support patient care, and participate in on-the-job training and educational resources to grow your career.

As a caregiver in this role, you will work 8:00am-5:00pm, with responsibilities including cast application, patient education, and coordination with the care team to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross.
• At least 1 year of Cast Technician experience OR Medical Assistant program graduate.
• Good understanding of human anatomy.
• Basic math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Measure, apply, change, remove and repair casts, braces and splints for patients.
• Instruct patients on the use of durable medical equipment.
• Remove dressings, sutures and staples.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures.
• Identify and report changes in patient status to RN/MD.
• Initiate CPR and emergency measures as required.
• Assist in transporting and rooming patients.
• Provide health education to patients and families.
• Ensure supplies are stocked and equipment is in safe working order.
• Assist in ordering, stocking, and stocking clinical exam rooms as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Communicate patient concerns to physicians and other caregivers.
• Support outpatient clinic desk operations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross

One year of experience as a Cast Technician or related position OR Medical Assistant Program graduate

Understanding of human anatomy

Basic knowledge of math

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a part-time Cast Technician for our Poland/Youngstown Orthopedics Office. You will assist in casting and splinting, support patient care, and participate in on-the-job training and educational resources to grow your career.

As a caregiver in this role, you will work 8:00am-5:00pm, with responsibilities including cast application, patient education, and coordination with the care team to ensure smooth clinic operations.