What Is An Orthopaedic Technician/Technologist?
Orthopaedic Technicians/Technologists are medically trained individuals who work under the direction of physicians and in collaboration with other members of the health care team of professionals. They are experts in plaster and synthetic cast application and are responsible for instructing patients on this form of treatment. They provide care to clients with orthopaedic problems through the application, adjustment and removal of a variety of casts, splints and traction fittings. Orthopaedic technologists perform casting services primarily in hospital fracture rooms. Some medical clinics now offer limited orthopaedic services as well. The duties of orthopaedic technicians/technologists vary from one place of employment to another and may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following: • applies and removes dressings, assesses condition of the wound prior to further treatment. Consults with physicians for further orders when problems are identified. Debride wounds as directe
