Plaster Technician

Assist the physician in applying, adjusting and removing skin traction, skeletal and manual traction.

Assists in apply, bi-value, split, adjust or wedge casts for patient safety and comfort following assessment.

Assist the physician with procedures such as closed reduction of fractures and minor surgical procedures with or without anesthesia, using appropriate aseptic technique.

Educate patients and families regarding cast, wound or device care based on known and unknown possible complications and evidence based practice. Reinforce instructions and medical information conveyed by the physician to the patient/family regarding the specific injury's, treatment plan, procedures and expected outcomes.

Remain current in clinical practice, and technological advances in orthopedic practice.

Instruct and educate students and other healthcare professionals, such as medical students, interns and residents, in casting techniques and care.

Instruct and educate other healthcare providers in caring and maintaining orthopedic treatments and devices.