Orthopedic Technician/Cast Tech Brighton Center for Specialty Care
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary
This role will be to provide skilled Cast Tech support and work collaboratively with other members of the CMC Team, including physicians and all clinical staff. Responsibilities*
CASTING/SPLINTING Independent application of casts of various materials and assist providers in the application of complex casts Make appropriate adjustments to casts as instructed from provider Remove casts and prepare patients for recasting by inspecting, assessing and cleansing skin Assess patient progress after cast application by checking circulation and comfort Knowledge of appropriate casting techniques for providers on angles, lengths and thickness of casts when being placed on Pediatric patients Knowledge on removal of Mehta casts and hip spica and placement of clubfoot casting Waterproof cast placement on appropriate fractures Appropriate billing and documentation of waterproof casts BRACING Fitting off the shelf durable medical equipment Measuring and adjustments for all braces Proper documentation and billing for all braces Assessing patient for proper brace placement BILLING Enter billing for all casts/braces/splints placed Proper documentation in MiChart for casting and bracing Maintain cast log and reconcile monthly to make sure all casts/braces/splints have been billed Identify patients that will require insurance pre-auths PATIENT INSTRUCTION/ STAFF TRAINING Instruct and advise patients on the use and care of casts and appropriate activities while in a cast Provide training of cast and brace application and removal to MA staff Provide training for billing of casts and braces Provide home exercise programs for patients to bridge gap while awaiting appointment with physical therapy Contact for all issues that arise for casting and bracing Maintain all providers protocols/preferences for casting and bracing CLINIC PROCEDURES Set up and support in-clinic procedures Participate in the placement and removal of Orthopaedic pins Proper transport and disposal of items for sterilization Prepare patients for and assist in reduction of fractures if required Treatment of sterile and infected wounds including cleansing and draining wound dressing UNIT LIAISON Doctor to staff liaison for appropriate patient care and cast placement Liaison coordinator for off-site Ortho facilities and cast rooms Liaison to Orthotics & Prosthetics for bracing supplies, including stocking and billing of products used in the unit Patient to provider liaison for any issues that arise with cast/braces Liaison with Nursing staff for add-on patients to Cast Room, following appropriate triage CAST ROOM SUPPLY MAINTENANCE Stock and maintain equipment and supplies for use in the Cast Rooms Order all materials and maintain inventory needed for the Cast Rooms CONTROL Perform scheduled infection control maintenance of patient care items and equipment Perform expired audits on all items in the Cast Rooms JCAHO - maintain Cast Rooms so they are continually prepared for JCAHO surveyors Required Qualifications*
Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience Progressively responsible experience in the application of casts and wound treatment Considerable knowledge of casting materials Experience in cast and splint placement Strong background in anatomy and physiology Strong background in Orthopaedic sports injuries Strong background working with Pediatric patients Individual that can independently treat and bill patients Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm (may vary dependent upon clinical needs) Monday – Friday (with the exception of meetings or coverage when necessary. We utilize flex scheduling to off-set hours worked in excess of 8 in any one day) Work Locations
Brighton Center for Specialty Care, Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Center Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Job Summary
This role will be to provide skilled Cast Tech support and work collaboratively with other members of the CMC Team, including physicians and all clinical staff. Responsibilities*
CASTING/SPLINTING Independent application of casts of various materials and assist providers in the application of complex casts Make appropriate adjustments to casts as instructed from provider Remove casts and prepare patients for recasting by inspecting, assessing and cleansing skin Assess patient progress after cast application by checking circulation and comfort Knowledge of appropriate casting techniques for providers on angles, lengths and thickness of casts when being placed on Pediatric patients Knowledge on removal of Mehta casts and hip spica and placement of clubfoot casting Waterproof cast placement on appropriate fractures Appropriate billing and documentation of waterproof casts BRACING Fitting off the shelf durable medical equipment Measuring and adjustments for all braces Proper documentation and billing for all braces Assessing patient for proper brace placement BILLING Enter billing for all casts/braces/splints placed Proper documentation in MiChart for casting and bracing Maintain cast log and reconcile monthly to make sure all casts/braces/splints have been billed Identify patients that will require insurance pre-auths PATIENT INSTRUCTION/ STAFF TRAINING Instruct and advise patients on the use and care of casts and appropriate activities while in a cast Provide training of cast and brace application and removal to MA staff Provide training for billing of casts and braces Provide home exercise programs for patients to bridge gap while awaiting appointment with physical therapy Contact for all issues that arise for casting and bracing Maintain all providers protocols/preferences for casting and bracing CLINIC PROCEDURES Set up and support in-clinic procedures Participate in the placement and removal of Orthopaedic pins Proper transport and disposal of items for sterilization Prepare patients for and assist in reduction of fractures if required Treatment of sterile and infected wounds including cleansing and draining wound dressing UNIT LIAISON Doctor to staff liaison for appropriate patient care and cast placement Liaison coordinator for off-site Ortho facilities and cast rooms Liaison to Orthotics & Prosthetics for bracing supplies, including stocking and billing of products used in the unit Patient to provider liaison for any issues that arise with cast/braces Liaison with Nursing staff for add-on patients to Cast Room, following appropriate triage CAST ROOM SUPPLY MAINTENANCE Stock and maintain equipment and supplies for use in the Cast Rooms Order all materials and maintain inventory needed for the Cast Rooms CONTROL Perform scheduled infection control maintenance of patient care items and equipment Perform expired audits on all items in the Cast Rooms JCAHO - maintain Cast Rooms so they are continually prepared for JCAHO surveyors Required Qualifications*
Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience Progressively responsible experience in the application of casts and wound treatment Considerable knowledge of casting materials Experience in cast and splint placement Strong background in anatomy and physiology Strong background in Orthopaedic sports injuries Strong background working with Pediatric patients Individual that can independently treat and bill patients Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm (may vary dependent upon clinical needs) Monday – Friday (with the exception of meetings or coverage when necessary. We utilize flex scheduling to off-set hours worked in excess of 8 in any one day) Work Locations
Brighton Center for Specialty Care, Comprehensive Musculoskeletal Center Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended. U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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