Cast Technician - Orthopedics/Sports Medicine
 Carle Health | |
$15.80 - $25.60 / hr
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 United States, Illinois, Champaign | |
 Jun 28, 2025 | |
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Overview
The Orthopaedic Cast Technician is responsible for applying and removing multiple types of splints and casts on patients with fractures, extreme sprains, and torn tendons/muscles. Orders supplies, maintains cast room/bay areas, cleans casting equipment, and assists the supervising provider or nurse as needed. Provides immobilization and continuing care for Orthopaedic patients. Develops a strong working knowledge of the musculoskeletal system and in-depth knowledge of multiple types of current forms of immobilization including casts and splints. Qualifications Certifications: Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) within 1 year - National Board for Certification in Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT); Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) within 1 year - American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP); Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA), Education: Certificate of Completion, Work Experience: Orthopaedic Responsibilities Provides quality Orthopaedic care in the Cast Rooms for patients requiring any/all forms of immobilization. Responsible for applying, removing, and assessing the need for change of all types or Orthopaedic casts/splints/immobilization devices. Coordinates the cast room procedures and training programs as directed by Patient Care Manager or Nursing Supervisor. Develops training programs and provides continued education related to casting skills. Functions as a Medical Assistant III and alternately rotates cast room to floor work responsibilities. Reviews patient x-ray's with providers as deemed necessary. Coordinates treatment of patients needing special immobilization devices and works closely with the staff to ensure that these devices are appropriately applied and worn. Serves as a resource for staff and patients with problems related to casts or splints. Assists in the performance of procedures including setting up aseptic fields for suturing, etc. Educates patients and families regarding application and wearing of Orthotic Immobilization Devices. Orders, receives, and stores supplies and materials needed to run the Cast Room. Cleans and stocks all Cast Rooms. Assists in the cleaning and sterilization of instruments. Performs routine maintenance on casting equipment and ensure cleanliness and safety. Rooming Patients (Taking vitals, going through medication/allergies etc.) Assisting providers with minor procedures Stocking/closing down rooms Ordering DME, Housekeeping, and dressing supplies In-basket: casting/splinting issues Removing splints/casts, dressing applications, staple and suture removals Applying splints/casts Prepping unsterile instruments to be sent out to SPD DME fittings Collects and processes specimens accurately MRI Screenings About Us Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health. Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Compensation and Benefits The compensation range for this position is $15.8per hour - $25.6per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits. | |