Full-Time
Orthopedic Technologist
Cast Tech
Updated on 8/1/2026
Deadline 6/10/27
Cooper University Health Care
Compensation Overview
$21.50 - $31/hr
Middle Township, NJ, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required.
- Candidates should have knowledge of orthopedic conditions, anatomical structures, aseptic techniques, wound care, dressing changes, suture and staple removal, and application and removal of orthopedic devices.
- Candidates must be able to communicate effectively and interact courteously and efficiently with patients, team members, physicians, and other customers.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with and interact with patients, team members, physicians, and other customers.
- Describe orthopedic conditions based on an understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships.
- Apply aseptic techniques during dressing changes and suture or staple removal.
- Prepare and assist with wound care and dressing changes as directed by a physician.
- Remove sutures and staples and apply and remove casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices.
- Assist with documentation of physician orders, prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, outside-facility studies, and return-to-work or physical-activity slips.
- Maintain a complete inventory of required clinical items and clean and stock patient examination, treatment, and storage rooms.
- Greet patients, escort them to examination rooms, and complete the initial visit requirements.
- Organize work and assist physicians with efficient use of time, motion, and materials.
- Perform administrative duties including in-basket and telephone communication, medical-record documentation, obtaining reports, and completing insurance, disability, pre-certification, and authorization forms.
Desired Qualifications
- Completion of a Certified Orthopedic Technology or Registered Orthopedic Technologist training program.