Cast Technician/CMA - Orthopedics/Sports Medicine

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 Orthopedic 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. The Certified Medical Assistant / Registered Medical Assistant performs routine administrative and patient care support duties in a medical practice to assist medical and/or nursing staff in the examination and treatment of patients and ensures that the office runs smoothly.
Qualifications

Certifications:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (ARMA) - American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AMT) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) (AAH) - American Allied Health (AAH)
• Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) within 1 year - American Society of Orthopedic Professionals (ASOP)
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• Certified Medical Assistant (NCCT) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) within 1 year - National Board for Certification in Orthopaedic Technologists (NBCOT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

Education:

• Certificate of Completion

Work Experience:

• Orthopaedic experience

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 of Orthopaedic casts, splints, and immobilization devices.
• Coordinates cast room procedures and training programs as directed by the 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 and floor work responsibilities.
• Reviews patient x-rays with providers as deemed necessary.
• Coordinates treatment of patients needing special immobilization devices and works closely with staff to ensure 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.
• Educates patients and families regarding the application and use 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 ensures cleanliness and safety.
• May perform duties as a Certified/Registered Medical Assistant as needed.
• Rooms patients, including taking vital signs and reviewing medications and allergies.
• Assists providers with minor procedures.
• Stocks and closes down rooms.
• Orders DME, housekeeping, and dressing supplies.
• Manages in-basket responsibilities including casting/splinting issues, work/school/PE notes, handicap placards, and prior authorizations.
• Removes splints and casts.
• Applies dressings.
• Removes staples and sutures.
• Applies splints and casts.
• Prepares unsterile instruments for transport to SPD.
• Performs DME fittings.
• Collects and processes specimens accurately.
• Completes MRI screenings.

About Us

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Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. 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. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

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Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $18.33per hour - $29.69per 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.