US - Cast Technician

Shriners Children's; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children’s is seeking a Cast Technician to assist physicians and clinical staff in the application, maintenance, and removal of casts, splints, traction, and other orthopedic devices. This role may perform limited patient assessments, contribute to documentation, assist in clinic flow and patient education, and function as a Medical Assistant depending on departmental needs and qualifications.

The pay range for this position is $30.64 - $43.26/hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Orthopedic Technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care within the scope of Orthopedic Technician practice.
• Performs casting, traction and Ilizarov services under supervision of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon.
• Communicates with patients/families and team to ensure effective therapeutic intervention.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

The Cast Technician will assist physicians and clinical staff in the application, maintenance, and removal of casts, splints, traction, and other orthopedic devices. This role may perform limited patient assessments, contribute to documentation, assist in clinic flow and patient education, and function as a Medical Assistant depending on departmental needs and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an Orthopedic Technician
• Performs casting, traction and Ilizarov services under the direction and supervision of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon
• Demonstrates open, accurate and timely communication with patients/families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic intervention. Maintains competency, adheres to standards of practice, recognizes own learning needs to maximize professional development and optimal patient care

Required Qualifications

High Scholl Diploma

Orthopedic Technician experience

The pay range for this position is $30.64 - $43.26/hour.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.