Ortho Technician - Westlake/Tarzana

Cedars-Sinai; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 41,272 - 63,975; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Performance improvement projects

Learning programs

Job summary

A leading medical center is seeking an experienced Ortho Technician to join their team in Thousand Oaks, California. In this vital role, you will be responsible for assisting healthcare providers with orthopedic patient care, performing key procedures, and educating patients. The ideal candidate must have at least two years of experience in an outpatient setting and relevant certifications including Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) within 180 days of hiring. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Two plus years of experience in an outpatient medical setting with orthopedic specialty experience required.
• Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification required within 180 days of start date.
• BLS from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist Physician in assessment, treatment, and care of orthopedic patients.
• Provide patient education under the direction of Physicians.
• Assist with orthopedic procedures, casting, and removal.
• Prepare patients for exams and follow-up scheduling needs.

Skills

Patient care

Orthopedic procedures

Emergency first-aid

Communication

Vital signs measurement

Education

Vocational/Technical Diploma from an Orthopedic Technology program

Tools

Orthopedic equipment

Job description

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Ortho Technician – Westlake/Tarzana, Thousand Oaks, CA

Grow your career at Cedars‑Sinai! Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2024‑2025” rankings. When you join our team, you’ll gain access to our groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and sophisticated medical education programs. We offer learning programs, tuition reimbursement and performance‑improvement projects so you can achieve certifications and degrees while gaining the knowledge and experience needed to advance your career.

We take pride in hiring the best, most hard‑working employees. Our dedicated doctors, nurses and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing

• Assists Physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient.
• Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment.
• Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction.
• Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction.
• Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation. Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care. Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials. In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first‑aid procedures, assist with aspirations; prepare injections; position, prep and drape patients. Applies and manages post‑operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques. Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products.
• Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and recording in medical record as needed.
• Sets up exam room / procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs.
• Performs designated diagnostic tests as advised by provider.
• Assists in follow‑up scheduling needs; answers patient calls, questions and addresses problems in a timely fashion and communicates all significant clinical findings to the MD.
• Serves as liaison with other departments, facilities, and hospital as needed.
• Prepares for surgical procedures, assembles, and prepares equipment to the specifications of the surgeon. May act as first or second assistant in the operating room according to facility policy.

Qualifications

Experience

• Two (2) plus years of experience in an outpatient medical setting with orthopedic specialty experience required.

Education

• Vocational/Technical Diploma from an Orthopedic Technology program preferred.

Licenses/Certification

• Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) Certification from NBCOT (National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologist), required to acquire within 180 days of start date.
• BLS from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross.

Base Pay: $29.96 – $46.44

Primary Shift: Day • Shift Duration: 8 hour • Overtime Status: NONEXEMPT • Employment type: Full-time • Job Category: Clinical Operations • Job Specialty: OR/Anesthesia • Business Entity: Cedars‑Sinai Medical Care Foundation • Department: KJOC Thousand Oaks