Cast Specialist – Healthcare Orthopedic Clinic

Cast Specialist – Healthcare Orthopedic Clinic (Full-Time Contract)

Location: Pearland, TX

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 p/hr based on licensure certification and experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday, flexible hours between 6:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Assignment Length: 6 months with potential extension
Travel: Occasional PRN travel to nearby clinic locations

About the Opportunity

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Cast Specialist to join its orthopedic care team. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on casting experience who are passionate about patient care, orthopedic procedures, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment. This is a contract role with strong potential for extension based on performance and department needs.

Position Summary

The Cast Specialist supports orthopedic providers by preparing, applying, adjusting, and removing casts and splints. The ideal candidate brings strong technical skills, excellent patient communication abilities, and a high level of professionalism. This individual plays a critical role in ensuring patient safety, comfort, and education throughout the casting and bracing process.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, apply, remove, and adjust casts and splints under physician direction
• Assist with orthopedic procedures including wound care and fracture reductions
• Prepare and apply orthopedic appliances and durable medical equipment (DME) such as braces, crutches, and soft goods
• Conduct specialized measurements for custom brace fittings
• Educate patients on cast care, mobility, and appliance use
• Prepare traction setups and maintain safe, properly functioning fracture-bed equipment
• Maintain inventory of casting supplies, soft goods, and specialty equipment
• Support patient data collection for billing of DME or specialized equipment
• Clean, restock, and maintain cast rooms and orthopedic equipment areas
• Promote patient rights, safety, and exceptional customer service
• Participate in clinic-level quality improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate effective teamwork, collaboration, and productivity
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Minimum one year of experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical practice setting
• Previous casting experience is required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and casting materials
• Experience with orthopedic tools, splinting materials, and DME is preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. occasionally, 50 lbs. frequently, and 20 lbs. regularly
• Ability to stand, bend, lift, and perform hands-on orthopedic procedures throughout the shift

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Stable full-time hours with flexibility during the day
• Contract role with potential for extension
• Work within a collaborative orthopedic care environment
• Opportunities for professional development, hands-on experience, and cross-training
• Virtual interviews for candidate convenience