Cast/DME Technician

At Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC), every action is driven by our employee expectations: We lead with a patient-first mindset, ensuring every decision is made in the best interest of those we serve. We believe in the power of assuming good intent, fostering a culture of respect, optimism, and compassion, where teammates lift each other up. Here, you're encouraged to own your success — we support your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to take initiative. Continuous learning is part of who we are; we strive for constant improvement in everything from clinical innovation to personal development. We value kindness as a core strength — it's how we treat our patients, our colleagues, and our community. Most importantly, we encourage every team member to be an advocate — for patients, for progress, and for doing what's right.

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) is physician-owned, meaning decisions are made by those who understand patient care firsthand — and every team member’s voice matters. We offer a fully integrated musculoskeletal health campus with on-site surgery, advanced imaging, therapy, urgent care, and specialty services like bone health and orthopedic oncology. With continuous growth and investment in new facilities and technology, ROC provides a forward-thinking environment built to support both exceptional patient care and your professional development. We’ve been the trusted name in musculoskeletal health across Northern Nevada for over 60 years — and we’re still growing!

About the role

You will be an integral part of the orthopedic care team, providing hands-on support to physicians and delivering essential treatment services to patients. You’ll apply and remove casts, splints, and durable medical equipment (DME), including the use of a casting saw, and assist with wound care, suture removal, and pin extractions. You’ll educate patients, ensuring they are comfortable, confident, and properly equipped before leaving the clinic. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment, values patient interaction, and takes pride in providing high-quality orthopedic care.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove casts, splints, and Durable Medical Equipment (DME), including the potential use of a casting saw
• Remove sutures and provide other wound care as applicable
• Prep the patient for extraction of pins, assist the physician in extraction of pins and provide other pin care as applicable
• Educate patients on the use and care of DME such as braces, crutches, canes, walkers and other equipment and ensure patients sign Proof of Delivery (POD)
• Document the care administered and charges into the patient’s electronic medical record
• Prep and assist physician in sterile procedures and closed reductions
• Set-up, prepare and maintain casting and supply rooms
• Room patients when needed to maintain clinic flow

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Knowledge of customer service principles
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and procedures
• Knowledge of human anatomy including the musculoskeletal system
• Experience performing casting or splinting duties OR working in an Emergency Room or EMT setting
• Experience explaining medical information to patients and answering related questions

This position may require travel to other clinic locations based on manager discretion.

Benefits

At Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC), we believe that exceptional patient care starts with taking care of our people. We prioritize work-life balance by fostering a supportive, team-oriented environment where workloads are managed realistically, schedules are respected, and personal well-being is valued.

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Discounted orthopedic care at ROC
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Extended sick leave
• 401(k) plan contributions with no match required
• EAP, disability and life insurance
• Health and fitness program
• Coffee shop onsite (main location)