Orthopaedic Cast Technician, Ortho Clinic

Olympic Medical Center

. Provide patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic under the direction of orthopaedic surgeons and PA-Cs .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timePort Angeles • Washington • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $23 - $34 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient care within an orthopaedic setting, including casting, fitting braces and splints, and assisting in surgical procedures. Holds relevant certifications and possesses strong clinical experience to support effective patient education and care.

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Orthopaedic Technician CertificationBasic Life Support (BLS)Casting and Fitting of Braces and SplintsClinical Experience in OrthopaedicsAssisting in Operating Room

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Hard Skills

Patient CareCastingFitting BracesApplying SplintsOffice ProceduresSurgical AssistanceUsing Orthopaedic Instruments

Soft Skills

Patient Education

Certifications & Qualifications

MA-RMA-CBasic Life Support (BLS)

Industry Keywords

Orthopaedic ClinicOrthopaedic ProceduresOrthopaedic SettingClinical Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide patient care in the Orthopaedic Clinic under the direction of orthopaedic surgeons and PA-Cs
Educate patients
Adjust, apply, and remove casts, braces, dressings, and splints
Perform office procedures
Assist with positioning patients during surgical procedures
Use instruments, supplies, and equipment for orthopaedic procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma/GED
Two to four years’ experience in an orthopaedic setting required
MA-R or MA-C required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
Graduate of a school for training as orthopaedic technician preferred
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
Orthopaedic Technologist Certification preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Excellent benefits
Evening shift differential: $3.00/hour
Night shift differential: $5.00/hour
Weekend shift differential: $4.50/hour
Per diem premium: 15% on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits
Lead premium: $3.25/hour
On-call premium: $3.00/hour
Preceptor premium: $1.50/hour
Trainer premium: $1.50/hour