Entry-Level Orthopedic Technician: Casts, Splints & Care

Kaiser Permanente; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KAISER PERMANENTE in Stockton, California seeks a Temporary Orthopedic Technician I to support orthopedic teams with casts, splints, and patient care. The role requires graduation from an Orthopedic Technician program and Basic Life Support, with preferred computer literacy and experience in clinical information systems.

The successful candidate will assist surgeons, manage cast room duties, and help coordinate follow-up appointments and specialist consultations as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED. Documented graduation from an Orthopedic Technician training program.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Computer literacy preferred; experience with automated clinical information systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Applies, adjusts, and removes casts and fits splints.
• Preps injured areas with protective materials before cast application.
• Maintains aseptic technique during dressing changes and procedures.
• Assists Orthopedic Surgeons in fracture reductions and related tasks.
• Trims plaster and manages cast room supplies and equipment.
• Schedules follow-up appointments and coordinates with specialists.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Computer literacy

Automated clinical information systems

Education

Orthopedic Technician training program

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

KAISER PERMANENTE in Stockton, California seeks a Temporary Orthopedic Technician I to support orthopedic teams with casts, splints, and patient care. The role requires graduation from an Orthopedic Technician program and Basic Life Support, with preferred computer literacy and experience in clinical information systems.

The successful candidate will assist surgeons, manage cast room duties, and help coordinate follow-up appointments and specialist consultations as needed.