Orthopedic Cast Technician

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

. Prepare and assist orthopaedic surgeons, fellows/residents and nursing staff with application and removal of orthopaedic appliances, casts, splints and dressings .

Posted 10/31/2026part-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $33 per hourWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in orthopaedic appliance application and removal, including casts and splints, while adhering to aseptic techniques and maintaining accurate inventory management. Proficient in training and supporting medical staff and ensuring compliance with quality control standards.

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Orthopaedic Appliance ApplicationAseptic TechniqueBasic Life Support CertificationInventory ManagementPatient Care Documentation

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Hard Skills

Cast ApplicationSuture RemovalDressing ChangesTraction SetupOrthopaedic Equipment Maintenance

Soft Skills

CommunicationTrainingCustomer Service

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical RecordOrthopaedic Supplies

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support CertificationCertification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists

Industry Keywords

Orthopaedic ConditionsQuality Control StandardsHospital PolicyPatient Care Plans

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and assist orthopaedic surgeons, fellows/residents and nursing staff with application and removal of orthopaedic appliances, casts, splints and dressings
Apply and assist with removal of body casts
Perform dressing changes and remove sutures, staples, Steinman pins and K-Wires using aseptic technique
Order, organize and maintain orthopaedic supplies and equipment
Maintain accurate inventory and appropriate supply par levels
Process special orthopaedic apparatus orders from outside vendors
Review, recommend, introduce and evaluate new products according to Hospital policy
Add new equipment to inventory following Hospital standards
Coordinate equipment repair and preventive maintenance
Support safe environments and quality control standards
Complete inpatient and outpatient Cast Room charge entry daily
Retrieve and deliver medications and pharmaceutical products from Pharmacy
Document changes to patient care plans in the Electronic Medical Record or paper chart
Train residents and students in cast and splint application and removal
Assist with clinic procedures as requested by the orthopaedic surgeon
Prepare, set up and dismantle traction; stock traction equipment in the ER and unit
Support Continuous Quality Improvement and Customer Service goals
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

A high school education is required
High School Diploma/GED required
Basic Life Support Certification required
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Two years of college or technical school preferred
Certification by the National Board of Certification of Orthopaedic Technologists preferred
A minimum of two years of experience in a hospital splint or cast room or in an Orthopedic Physician’s office is preferred
Understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships
Ability to articulate descriptions of orthopaedic conditions
Proper aseptic technique
Ability to work at Lincoln Park and potentially travel to satellite locations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program and specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
Differentials for some hourly employees
Wellbeing programs