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Cast Tech at Nemours in Malvern, Pennsylvania

Posted in General Business 30+ days ago.

Type: Full-Time




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:

  • 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.

    • Requirements:

    High School Diploma required

    Orthopedic experience required

    Current BLS through American Heart Association required.

    Certification by The National Board of Certification for Orthopaedic Technologists required

    1-3 years of job related experience





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