What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cast Tech position at Nemours?
Job Description
Nemours is looking for a Cast Tech/ Orthopedic Tech.
Primary Function
This position is responsible for all casting procedures and application as well as adjustment and removal of soft goods. This position will provide assistance to providers in fracture care, as well as other patient care services and procedures as needed. This position is responsible for data collection for patient intake, preparing patients for provider visits, and educating patients regarding follow up care.
Essential Functions
Current BLS through American Heart Association required.
Certification by The National Board of Certification for Orthopaedic Technologists not required, but preferred
1 years of job related experience
About Us
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org) .
To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org .
Nemours is looking for a Cast Tech/ Orthopedic Tech.
Primary Function
This position is responsible for all casting procedures and application as well as adjustment and removal of soft goods. This position will provide assistance to providers in fracture care, as well as other patient care services and procedures as needed. This position is responsible for data collection for patient intake, preparing patients for provider visits, and educating patients regarding follow up care.
Essential Functions
- Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
- Application, adjustment, and removal of all types of casts, splints, and soft goods. Modify casts as needed in clinic and in the hospital when necessary for the patient benefit.
- Covering injured areas with specified protective materials such as stockinette bandages, gauze, etc., preparatory to cast application. Understanding and utilizing the proper application of aseptic techniques in dressing changes and setting up surgical fields.
- Assisting orthopaedic surgeon/providers in fracture reduction and other procedures as necessary.
- Responsible for suture removal, staple removal, and dressing changes.
- Instructing patient, parents/legal guardians in appropriate use and care of casts and Orthopaedic equipment.
- Responsible for inventory of all casting materials, splints, and soft goods.
- Documenting patient information and intervention into EMR.
- Ensuring appropriate documentation such as x-rays and laboratory reports are available for provider’s review.
- Rooming patients into exam rooms, preparing room and patient for exam, and assisting provider with exam.
- Ensuring accurate ICD-10 codes are recorded.
- Under the direction of the provider, scheduling diagnostic tests, obtaining pre-authorization, and notifying patient.
- Preparing, cleaning, and stocking exam rooms.
- Providing cross coverage to other clinical departments and Delaware Valley satellite offices when necessary.
- Serving as technical advisor to the hospital staff in matters pertaining to orthopedic devices and equipment.
- Scheduling patient appointments.
- Other duties as assigned.
Current BLS through American Heart Association required.
Certification by The National Board of Certification for Orthopaedic Technologists not required, but preferred
1 years of job related experience
About Us
As one of the nation's premier pediatric health care systems, we've made a promise to do whatever it takes to prevent and treat even the most disabling childhood conditions. It's a promise that extends beyond our nationally recognized clinical treatment to an entire integrated spectrum of research, advocacy, education, and prevention.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion guide our growth and strategy. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about, and committed to, leading efforts to provide culturally relevant care, reducing health disparities, and helping build a diverse and inclusive environment. All Nemours Associates are expected to ensure that these philosophies are embedded in their day-to-day work with colleagues, patients and families.
Nemours aspires to have its workforce and providers reflect the rich diversity of the communities we serve. Candidates of diverse backgrounds, race and ethnicity, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, and those committed to working with diverse populations and conversant in multicultural values are strongly encouraged to apply. Please click here to review Nemours Anti-Racism Statement (nemours.org) .
To learn more about Nemours and our commitment to treat every child as if they were our own, visit us at www.nemours.org .
