US - Cast Technician

About the Company

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidence-based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for children and their families. With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers, and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status.

About the Role

Shriners Portland is looking for a full-time Cast Tech to join the team! This role provides assistance to the medical staff in the application, maintenance, and removal of casts, traction, and other splint or motion devices as ordered. You will inform patients, families, staff, and students about the use and care of casts and traction devices.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct and indirect patient care activities within the scope of practice of an Orthopedic Technician and the Outpatient Clinic (OPC) standards of care.
• Performs casting and traction services under the direction and supervision of an Attending Orthopedic Surgeon.
• Demonstrates open, accurate, and timely communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure effective therapeutic intervention.
• Maintains competency, adheres to standards of practice, and recognizes own learning needs to maximize professional development and optimal patient care.
• Prepares patient for application of orthopedic devices and removes plaster/fiberglass as ordered by the physician.
• Demonstrates competency in the application, removal, maintenance, and modifications of casts, splints, and traction.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Orthopedic Cast Technician Program
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Preferred

• Certificate Medical Assistant
• 1 year Orthopedic Technician experience
• 1 year related work experience

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.97 - $29.95. Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.