Cast Technician

## Cast Technician Apply:
On-Site:
Lexington, KY:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR102161
** Company Overview
** Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.  

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please  to learn more about our locations.  
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** Job Description*
* ** Job Summary
** Provides assistance to physicians in the application, maintenance and removal of casts, traction, Ilizarov device and other splint or motion device as prescribed. Informs patients / families, staff and students about the use and care of casts, traction and Ilizarov devices; monitors and orders casting and traction supplies and equipment.

** Key Responsibilities*
* * Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an Orthopedic Technician
* Performs casting, traction and Ilizarov services under the direction and supervision of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon
* Demonstrates open, accurate and timely communication with patients/families and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic intervention. Maintains competency, adheres to standards of practice, recognizes own learning needs to maximize professional development and optimal patient care  
** Required Qualifications
*** High School Diploma/GED  
** Preferred Qualifications
*** 1+ years Orthopedic Technician experience

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.