Cast Room Technician - Washington Township NJ en Tower Health

Performs routine patient centered activities in both the Cast Room setting as well as the Emergency Department setting. Care is provided to pediatric and adolescent patients according to established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of the patient as assigned by the Professional Nurse.  

Job Summary:

-Apply a wide variety of types of casts or traction determined by the physician to treat fractures, sprains or wounds of the extremities and fractures or infections.

-Instructing patients on cast care and at home fraction. Each patient must be informed of what their roles are when they are discharged in one of our devices.

-Knowledge of signs and symptoms of infections

-Knowledge of what to do in case of an emergency

-Consult with patients by phone, instruct patients to call physician where concerns cannot be addressed 

-Maintain equipment and supply inventory at main location.

-Travel, if necessary, to cover Satellite locations when needed.

-Ordering of supplies and maintaining proper PAR levels

-Track and complete paperwork for DME supplies.

-Assist provider with casting as necessary.

BENEFITS

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

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Location:  Washington Township Satellite Office - 100 Kings Way Building C Sewell, New Jersey 08080 

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8a - 4:30p.  Occasional travel is required to ensure coverage at all locations (Main Hospital, Abington, Yardley (Newtown). 

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma - OR - GED

Certification

• CPR certification required within 60 days of hire date 

Experience

• Orthopedic technician/technologist, Certified Medical Assistant, OR Tech, EMT
• Pediatrics experience
• Direct patient care

Required Skills

• Collaborative Skills
• Customer service
• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Listening Skills
• Service Orientation

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.  Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: https://youtu.be/ez_HnssVJ1s?si=5_o-RScY0hIUgTBq 

About the Organization

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.