Orthopaedic Cast Tech, Ortho Clinic

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER:

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

FTE:

WORK SHIFT

PAY RANGE:

UNION:

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:

Weekend & Holiday Shifts: No

​Shift Differentials:

• Evening - $3.00/hour

• Night  - $5.00/hour

• Weekend - $4.50/hour

Premiums:

• Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)

• Lead - $3.25/hour

• On-Call - $3.00/hour

• Preceptor - $1.50/hour

• Trainer - $1.50/hour

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Orthopaedic Cast Technician provides patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic under the direction of the orthopaedic surgeon and PA-Cs to educate patients, to adjust, apply, and remove casts, braces, dressings, and splints, and to perform office procedures. The technician may assist with positioning the patient during surgical procedures, and is knowledgeable about instruments, supplies, and equipment used during orthopaedic procedures. 

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED
• Graduate of a school for training as orthopaedic technician preferred 

EXPERIENCE

• Two to four years’ experience in an orthopaedic setting required
• Clinical experience as an orthopaedic technician (or a similar position) with emphasis on casting and fitting of braces and splints preferred
• Experience assisting in operating room under direction of a physician strongly preferred

LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS

• MA-R or MA-C required
• Orthopaedic Technologist Certification preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.