Cast Technician

Job description

Description Are you passionate about serving patients in an inspiring work environment alongside talented people? Get moving with OCR! With over 50 years in business, we are the premier provider of orthopedic care in Colorado, Nebraska, and Wyoming. Our organization continues to grow, and we are looking for individuals who share our mission. The Cast Technician is responsible for assisting in orthopedic care in the cast room for patients requiring immobilization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Assists the physician in procedures including the application of plaster and fiberglass casts; instructs patients in cast care, including danger signs. - Applies casts, removes casts, and allays patients' fears regarding cast removal. - Understands and practices aseptic technique; sets up and assists with minor surgical procedures. - Performs sterile prep on limb or part as necessary for special procedures, (i.e., joint aspirations, arthrogram x-ray studies, etc.) Assists in the preparation of blocks and assists in the reduction of fractures. - Removes sutures and applies dressings. - Fits custom bracing. - Teaches patient proper methods for a crutch, cane, and walker ambulation. -...