Cast Tech

Overview

Shriners Children's Chicago has an opportunity for a part-time Cast Tech. The Cast Technician provides assistance to the medical staff in the application, maintenance and removal of casts, traction and other splint or motion devices as ordered. Has an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships with one another, and is able to articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions. Maintains the physical environment of cast rooms by ensuring that cast rooms are clean and safe.

The pay range for this position is $25.83/hour - $38.75/hour. Compensation is determined based on years of experience and departmental equity.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily activities of the cast room.
• Responsible for preparing the cast room for each day's activity, application and removal of casts.
• Assist the physician with cast application.
• Applies holding casts or splints per physician protocol.
• Assisting the medical staff as needed.
• Ability to interrelate with children and families

This is not an all-inclusive list of this job’s responsibilities. The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Heart Association
• Previous splint, bracing or casting experience

Preferred:

• A minimum of one year of experience in a hospital or Orthopedic setting
• National Board for Certification of Orthopaedic Technology or/
• National Association of Orthopedic Technology
• Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Training