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　　The Cast Technician is responsible for managing the casting process and the supplies/ordering for the cast room. This position will also assist the Surgeon during operative procedures. The Orthopedic Technician serves the patient, the physician, the X-Ray Technician and other staff members. This position also serves the patient and the provider by gathering and maintaining the necessary medical information in a cheerful, friendly, personable manner; providing quality patient care and helping to establish rapport between the physician and patient.

　　Primary Responsibilities:

　　Provides quality orthopedic care in the casting room for patients requiring immobilization including: applying, removing and assessing need for change of all types of orthopedic immobilization devices; collaborating with orthopedic surgeons/staff in reviewing patient x-rays and in developing procedures for setting up aseptic fields, etc.

　　Coordinates cast room procedures and training

　　Educates patients/families regarding application/wearing of orthopedic devices and serves as a resource for patients via telephone

　　Collects, verifies, records, and maintains data on clinical activity; prepares associated reports as required

　　Inventory management to include: processing orders, receiving and storing supplies/medications; clean/stock exam and procedure rooms; assist in the cleaning and sterilization of instruments

　　Maintains provider and staff scheduling tools as directed by leadership to include Epic Templating, Qgenda reconciliation, and staff schedule

　　Responds to incoming phone calls and refers if necessary

　　Maintains patient confidentiality, follows HIPAA and all regulatory guidelines to stay within scope of role

　　Performs other duties as assigned

　　You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

　　Years of post-high school education can be substituted/is equivalent to years of experience

　　Required Qualifications:

　　Certification by National Association of Orthopedic Technologists or Registration by The American Society of Orthopedic Professionals required, or the ability to obtain certification/registration within 1 year of hire date

　　Current healthcare provider level CPR/BLS certification, or the ability to obtain certification within 30 days of hire date

　　6+ months of Cast Technician experience

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　Medical Assistant certification from the AAMA, NCCT, NHA or RMA

　　Experience with Orthopedics or Podiatry

　　Medical Assistant experience

　　Experience working with an electronic medical record in a clinic setting

　　At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

　　Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

　　OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment