Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here (https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet (https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER\_eRecruiting\_ApplyforaJob.pdf) . The University of Miami Health System at Doral has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Cast Technician in the Department of Orthopedics with a hire date of June 2024. The Cast Technician assists in the removal of casts, splints, and braces, and works with orthopedic technicians to instruct patients in caring for their injuries, understanding and adjusting traction equipment, and adjusting crutches, walkers, and other aids. The University of Miami Health System will soon open the second phase to our state-of-the-art facility in Downtown Doral that serves as a western hub for our distinguished regional network of ambulatory services. This 160,000 square foot expansion will continue to bring world-class academic medicine, cutting-edge technology, and innovative treatment options to the rapidly growing Doral community. UHealth at Doral will have services through the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, as well as specialties such as cardiology, endocrinology, otolaryngology, gastroenterology, dermatology, and more. The expansion will provide residents with innovative, specialized medical services in the heart of their community. Once complete, UHealth at Doral will have 8 operating rooms, 3 endoscopy procedure rooms, 33 cancer treatment bays, over 60 multidisciplinary exam rooms, and supporting ancillary services like imaging, lab, and respiratory therapy. UHealth at Doral will open in September, 2024. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS + Assists physician and nursing personnel with orthopedic casting procedures, including the application and removal of a variety of casts and splints. + Supports medical staff with routine examination and treatment procedures such as removing casts, cleaning wounds, and applying dressings. + Provides continuity of post-op care casting, splinting, and bracing, and documents all treatments in patients’ medical records. + Administers medication and assists with medical supplies and equipment during minor procedures. + Maintains appropriate par level of supplies, medications, and instruments, and places orders. + Keeps examination rooms, and cast rooms, fully stocked and ensures that they are cleaned after each patient. + Maintains coding procedures for modalities and supplies utilized. + Facilitates patient flow and assists physician and nursing personnel in coordinating patient care. + Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS Education: High school diploma or equivalent Certification and Licensing: Not Applicable Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes: + Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. + Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. + Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. + Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. + Commitment to the University’s core values. + Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment. #ED-LI1 The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H4