Cast Technician, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine

Carle Health

. Provide orthopaedic care in cast rooms for patients requiring immobilization .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeChampaign • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $30 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in orthopaedic care, including the application and assessment of casts and splints, while effectively coordinating training and procedures in a cast room environment. Proficient in performing medical assistant duties and managing patient care responsibilities.

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)Basic Life Support (BLS)Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC)Orthopaedic Experience

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Hard Skills

Cast ApplicationCast RemovalAssessment of Immobilization DevicesVital Signs MeasurementSpecimen ProcessingMinor Procedure AssistancePatient EducationAseptic TechniqueDME FittingMRI Screening

Soft Skills

CoordinationCommunicationTraining DevelopmentPatient SupportTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Casting EquipmentMedical Assistant ToolsSterilization EquipmentSupply Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)Basic Life Support (BLS)Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT)Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC)

Industry Keywords

Orthopaedic CareImmobilization DevicesCast Room ProceduresPatient X-RaysAseptic FieldsContinuing EducationPatient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide orthopaedic care in cast rooms for patients requiring immobilization
Apply, remove, and assess casts, splints, and immobilization devices
Coordinate cast room procedures and training programs
Develop casting-skills training and provide continuing education
Rotate between cast room and Medical Assistant III floor responsibilities
Review patient x-rays with providers as needed
Coordinate treatment involving special immobilization devices
Serve as a resource for staff and patients regarding cast and splint issues
Assist with procedures, including setting up aseptic fields for suturing
Educate patients and families on orthotic immobilization devices
Order, receive, store, and manage cast room supplies
Clean, stock, and maintain cast rooms and casting equipment
Assist with instrument cleaning and sterilization
Room patients, take vital signs, and review medications and allergies
Assist providers with minor procedures
Manage in-basket responsibilities, notes, handicap placards, and prior authorizations
Apply dressings, remove staples and sutures, and perform DME fittings
Prepare unsterile instruments for transport to SPD
Collect and process specimens
Complete MRI screenings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification from AAMA, NCCT, or equivalent listed credential
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification from ARMA, AMT, or AAH, where applicable
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days
Registered Orthopedic Technologist (ROT) within 1 year, where applicable
Orthopaedic Technologist Certified (OTC) within 1 year, where applicable
Certificate of Completion
Orthopaedic experience
Ability to apply, remove, and assess orthopaedic casts, splints, and immobilization devices
Ability to perform medical assistant duties, including vital signs, medication and allergy review, specimen processing, MRI screenings, and minor procedure assistance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Equal Opportunity Employer
Potential for growth and life-long careers