AtlantiCare

Cast Technician - Part Time - APG Ortho Trauma - Atlantic City

AtlantiCare  •  Atlantic City, NJ (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

The Part Time Cast Technician supports the ambulatory orthopedic practice with a focus on trauma care, hand surgery, and pediatric orthopedics. This role is responsible for the application and removal of casts and braces, assisting with minor clinical procedures, and providing high-quality patient care under the direction of licensed providers. The Cast Technician plays a key role in patient education, clinical efficiency, and ensuring a safe, compassionate experience for patients of all ages. Daily duties/ Skills include but are not limited to:

  • Casting and Brace Care: Apply, remove, and modify orthopedic casts (plaster and fiberglass) according to provider orders and established protocols. Apply and remove orthopedic braces, splints, and immobilization devices. Assess cast and brace fit, comfort, and integrity; report concerns to the provider promptly. Provide patient and caregiver education on cast and brace care, activity restrictions, and warning signs requiring medical attention
  • Equipment/ DME: Maintain Equipment and supply inventory at ambulatory practice and let supervisor know when supplies are needed. Work with the Orthotic team to complete DME paperwork in their absence.
  • Wound care/ Suture removal: Perform staple and suture removal per provider order. and assist with dressing changes and wound care

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent required; ability to read, speak, and write English fluently.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: Certified Orthopedic Technologist (OTC), Certified Cast Technician (CCT), or equivalent preferred.

American Heart Association BLS certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer.

EXPERIENCE : Prior experience in orthopedic casting and bracing preferredExperience in ambulatory orthopedic, trauma, hand, or pediatric settings strongly preferred

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. This position is Partime 24 hours per week.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to blood borne pathogens along with infectious diseases. (Refers to Blood Bourne Pathogen requirement)

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The position report to ambulatory leadership

The above statement reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Total Rewards at AtlantiCare

At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including:

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans with employer contributions

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care

Wellness Programs to help you thrive

Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.

Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future.

AtlantiCare

About AtlantiCare

AtlantiCare is an integrated system of services designed to help people achieve optimal health. It does so by focusing on customer needs and expectations to provide accessible, comprehensive services of superior quality and value. AtlantiCare is comprised of AtlantiCare Regional Health Services including AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center with three locations, ambulatory services and AtlantiCare Physician Group; the AtlantiCare Foundation, and AtlantiCare Health Solutions, an accountable care organization.

The region’s largest healthcare organization and largest non-casino employer, AtlantiCare’s more than 6,500 employees and 900 physicians and providers serve the community in more than 100 locations throughout six counties in New Jersey. AtlantiCare and its business units are governed by boards comprised of volunteer community leaders. AtlantiCare’s focus is to serve the community as a provider of health and wellness services.

AtlantiCare is committed to building healthy communities through partnerships with local organizations that share its interest in health. AtlantiCare’s primary service offering of Healthcare Delivery, integrated with the complementary and strategic service offerings of Health Information and Health Solutions, is focused on delivering value at every stage of an individual’s health (healthy, at-risk, episodically ill or chronically ill). Together, these services offer the elements necessary to achieve, maintain or return each member of the community to optimal health.

AtlantiCare’s Mission, Vision and Values

Mission: We make a difference in health and healing, one person at a time, through trusting relationships.

Vision: AtlantiCare builds healthy communities.

Values: Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, Respect, Service.

To make an appointment, call our access center at 1-888-569-1000, and learn more about us at www.atlanticare.org.

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Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Atlantic City, NJ
Year Founded
1898
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