Orthopedic Technician, Sr - Houston Med Center

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Orthopedic Technician

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $30.40/hour (Based on experience)

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, or 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Shift varies)

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced, dependable, and patient-focused Senior Orthopedic Technician to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX . This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled orthopedic professional with fiberglass and plaster casting experience to work alongside orthopedic providers in a fast-paced clinical environment. Candidates with pediatric orthopedic experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove fiberglass and plaster casts, splints, and orthopedic braces while ensuring patient comfort and proper fit.

   

• Perform basic orthopedic hardware maintenance and assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.

   

• Prepare and room patients, ensuring an efficient patient flow throughout the clinic visit.

   

• Educate patients and families on cast care, skin care following cast removal, activity restrictions, and follow-up instructions.

   

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in accordance with departmental standards.

   

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the orthopedic care team to provide exceptional patient care.

   

• Monitor, stock, and manage casting materials, orthopedic supplies, and exam room inventory to ensure clinic readiness.

   

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment while following infection prevention and safety protocols.

   

• Provide excellent customer service while supporting patients and families throughout their orthopedic treatment.

   

• Assist with clinic operations and other duties as assigned to support high-quality patient care.

   

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

   

• Minimum 3 years of orthopedic technician experience performing casting, splinting, and orthopedic hardware maintenance.

   

• Extensive experience with fiberglass and plaster casting required.

   

• Pediatric orthopedic experience preferred.

   

• Knowledge of orthopedic instrumentation, casting techniques, splinting procedures, and aseptic technique.

   

• Familiarity with medical terminology, patient care procedures, and orthopedic clinic workflows.

   

• Strong computer skills and experience using electronic medical records and standard office equipment.

   

• Excellent communication, customer service, organization, and time management skills.

   

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

   

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

   

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay starting at $29.00/hour

   

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

   

• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

   

• Opportunity to work with a respected pediatric-focused orthopedic healthcare team

   

• Collaborative and patient-centered clinical environment

   

• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare organization

   

Know someone who may be interested? Dean's Professional Services offers up to $50 to anyone who refers a friend!

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