Orthopedic Technician, Sr

Senior Orthopedic Technician

Location: Houston, TX

Pay Rate: Starting at $29.00/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, or 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced, dependable, and patient-focused Senior Orthopedic Technician to support a leading healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled orthopedic professional with fiberglass and plaster casting experience to work alongside orthopedic providers in a fast-paced clinical environment. Candidates with pediatric orthopedic experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Apply and remove fiberglass and plaster casts, splints, and orthopedic braces while ensuring patient comfort and proper fit.

   

• Perform basic orthopedic hardware maintenance and assist providers during patient examinations and procedures.

   

• Prepare and room patients, ensuring an efficient patient flow throughout the clinic visit.

   

• Educate patients and families on cast care, skin care following cast removal, activity restrictions, and follow-up instructions.

   

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete patient documentation in accordance with departmental standards.

   

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the orthopedic care team to provide exceptional patient care.

   

• Monitor, stock, and manage casting materials, orthopedic supplies, and exam room inventory to ensure clinic readiness.

   

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe patient care environment while following infection prevention and safety protocols.

   

• Provide excellent customer service while supporting patients and families throughout their orthopedic treatment.

   

• Assist with clinic operations and other duties as assigned to support high-quality patient care.

   

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.

   

• Minimum 3 years of orthopedic technician experience performing casting, splinting, and orthopedic hardware maintenance.

   

• Extensive experience with fiberglass and plaster casting required.

   

• Pediatric orthopedic experience preferred.

   

• Knowledge of orthopedic instrumentation, casting techniques, splinting procedures, and aseptic technique.

   

• Familiarity with medical terminology, patient care procedures, and orthopedic clinic workflows.

   

• Strong computer skills and experience using electronic medical records and standard office equipment.

   

• Excellent communication, customer service, organization, and time management skills.

   

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

   

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

   

Why Join Dean's Professional Services?

• Competitive pay starting at $29.00/hour

   

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

   

• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule supporting work-life balance

   

• Opportunity to work with a respected pediatric-focused orthopedic healthcare team

   

• Collaborative and patient-centered clinical environment

   

• Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare organization

   

Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 healthcare professionals with leading organizations across the country by matching exceptional talent with rewarding career opportunities.

Apply today at www.deansprofessionalservices.com or call 713-785-7483 for more information.

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