ORTHOPEDIC CAST TECHNOLOGIST

Kern Medical Surgery Center, LLC.

Orthopedic Cast Technologist - Bilingual preferred

$21.1465 - $24.7777 hourly

Job Description

Under the Supervising Physician and Clinic Manager, the Orthopedic Technologist will independently provide various casting services as ordered by the physicians.

Essential Functions

• Independently provides casting services as ordered by the physicians to include :
• Assisted fracture reductions,
• Applications of casts and splints,
• Application of taping, dressing changes,
• Removal of suture and staples,
• Wound care, wound assessment, wound debridement, wound VAC application and removal,
• Fitting of pre-fabricated braces,
• Crutch & cane training,
• Adjustment and removal of supportive hardware (pins & ex-fix devices),
• Provide education and training on cast / splint care, pre-fabricated brace application, and dressing changes per physician orders.
• Prepares casting materials; maintains adequate supply of equipment and materials; maintains a clean and safe working environment.
• Performs other duties, such as :
• Traction frame setup and maintenance ; prepares equipment needed for traction; assists physicians by placing patients in traction;

checks and adjusts traction appliances, as necessary.

• Assisting the providers with minor procedures
• Documenting any pertinent information into patients' electronic records system to include any procedures performed on patients, time-outs, education provided, and charge appropriate charge entry.
• Assisting with all aspects of front office management, appointment scheduling, patient check-in, authorizations, accurate billing, payment processing, and other required paperwork.
• Back office duties require equipment management, environmental care functions, cleaning / disinfecting the environment and performs other related duties as required.
• Assisting in the daily operations of the Orthopedic Clinic.

Skills :

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve and prioritize demands.
• The ability to communicate clearly and explain continued care with patients and staff in a friendly, courteous, and cooperative manner.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NAOT (National Association of Orthopaedic Technologists) certified program (*)
• Possession and maintenance of a BLS (American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support).
• 1 year Orthopedic Cast Technician or Technologist required.
• MA (Medical Assistant) certification preferred, but not required.

May consider relevant work experience in lieu of training program)