Cast Technician for Medcare Orthopedics and Spine Hospital (Br)

Job description / Role

Duties and Responsibilities:
Must be able to perform each essential function effectively to be successful in this position:

1. Applies casts using a variety of materials, including plaster and synthetic casting materials and high and low temperature plastics, with minimal or no supervision

- Applies appropriate cast/splint per physician order using appropriate casting/splint material with body in appropriate position.
- Shapes cast to ensure maximum comfort and minimum unnecessary pressures.
- Trims and remodels cast to ensure comfort and fit with cast knife, cast cutter, and cast spreader to remove parts of cast and to enlarge cast to decrease pressure in swollen area.
- Performs appropriate documentation and patient education related to cast or splinting and as directed by Physician or Registered Nurse.
- Performs casting for diabetic ulcers.

2. Assists in Outpatient Clinic, Operating Theatre, Inpatient Units and Emergency room

- Assists physician with application of cast when necessary.
- Applies prescribed cast to patient according to physician order.
- Provides cast modification as needed.
- Instructs patient regarding cast care.

3. Maintains supplies, tools and equipment

- Cleans procedure tables, work areas and tools according to schedules. Cleans general equipment according to guidelines
- Stocks the procedure rooms according to schedules and as needed.
- Reports non-functioning or defective equipment to supervisor and submits repair request.
- Maintain inventory of all relevant cast materials.

4. Performs team member responsibilities

- Communicates effectively with patients/families and the hospital team in a manner that promotes positive working relationships.
- Within defined standards and with minimal supervision, problem solves and makes decisions about patient care issues as an active team member.
- Provide organisational and clerical support to facilitate optimal patient care and hospital operation.
- Recognises own needs for personal development and continuing professional growth.
- Sets objectives for individual performance evaluation annually.

Aster DM Healthcare Limited is one of the largest private healthcare service providers operating in multiple GCC states and is an emerging healthcare player in India. With an inherent emphasis on clinical excellence, we are one of the few entities in the world with a strong presence across primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary healthcare through our hospitals, clinics and pharmacies. We have over 20,000 plus dedicated employees across the geographies that we are present in, delivering a simple yet strong promise to our different stakeholders: "We'll treat you well." We reach out to all economic segments in the GCC countries through our differentiated healthcare services across the "Aster", "Medcare" and "Access" brands.

About the Company

From a single medical centre to a performance-driven healthcare enterprise spread across more than 366 medical establishments, including 27 hospitals, 115 clinics and 223 pharmacies in 7 countries and growing, Aster DM Healthcare has transitioned into being the leading healthcare authority across the Middle East and India.

Currently one of the largest and fastest growing conglomerates in the MENA region, Aster DM Healthcare covers the full spectrum of healthcare services. An expansive portfolio includes hospitals and clinics, pharmacies, diagnostic centres, educational institutions, healthcare management and healthcare support systems.

Headquartered in Dubai, the Aster DM network now encompasses more than 19,657 employees( Doctors, Nurses, Others) with JCI accredited clinics and diagnostic centres.

Never content to rest on its laurels, Aster DM Healthcare is constantly seeking opportunities to set new yardsticks with advanced developments. With many more innovative and ambitious initiatives, Aster DM Healthcare has radically catalyzed the healthcare revolution across Middle East & India.

Each of the Group’s verticals is a symbol of distinction, driven by the commitment to build a healthier tomorrow and to take healthcare to the next level of excellence.