Orthopedic Tech - Torrey Pines

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health is seeking a Pt Care Technical to join the Orthopedics team at Scripps Clinic - Torrey Pines in La Jolla, CA. This full-time role supports the care team with patient assessments, procedures, and documentation, with 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday and some travel to other Scripps locations as needed.

The position emphasizes collaboration, infection prevention, and compassionate patient care in a renowned center known for orthopedic excellence nationwide.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of casting and splint application.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and sterile field maintenance.
• Competency in casting, suture removal, and wound dressing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate in person and by telephone.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions in English.
• Commitment to compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Perform and assist with patient assessments and procedures.
• Evaluate patients and document interactions thoroughly.
• Practice infection prevention and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Casting knowledge

Infection control

Wound dressing

Communication skills

English proficiency

Patient care

Sterile technique

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

This is a full-time position (80 hours per pay period) with 8-hour varied day shifts, Monday through Friday. The position is primarily based at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in La Jolla. Occasional travel to other Scripps Clinic locations may be required to support operational and staffing needs.

Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines offers primary, specialty, and urgent care in a beautiful La Jolla setting. We are a close-knit team with strong camaraderie among staff and providers, and we take pride in our collaborative environment and commitment to providing exceptional care for our community.

Our Orthopedics team is built on strong collaboration among surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, medical assistants, schedulers, and other healthcare professionals. We care for a diverse range of orthopedic conditions, including upper and lower extremities and spine, giving our team the opportunity to build expertise across multiple specialties. Team members work closely with our surgeons in the clinic, assist with procedures, and help coordinate care throughout each patient's orthopedic journey.

What You'll Do

• Perform and assist with patient assessments and technical procedures to accurately assess each patient's condition, including procedures as appropriate.


• Evaluate patients and document patient interactions accurately and thoroughly.


• Practice infection prevention and control measures.


• Collaborate with the care team and contribute as needed to ensure quality patient care.

Why join Scripps Health?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.


• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2026


• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.


• Beckers Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.


• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.


• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

Scripps Health provides what matters most: career growth, delivering superior care to our patients, continuous learning, exceptional benefits and working for an organization that offers many long-term career paths. Join us and experience a culture where opportunities to advance and the support to get there go hand-in-hand.

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills

• General knowledge of casting and splint application and removal.


• Knowledge of universal precautions, sterile field maintenance, and instrument sterilization.


• Demonstrated technical competency in casting, suture removal, and basic wound dressing application.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.


• Ability to read, understand, and follow instructions in English.


• Demonstrated patient sensitivity and a commitment to providing compassionate care.


• High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Certification/Registration

• Current OTC certification required.


• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification

• One or more years of experience in an orthopedic office or related orthopedic setting.


• Previous orthopedic technician experience.


• Experience assisting with orthopedic procedures.

Job

Pt Care Technical

Primary Location

Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC - TORREY PINES

Work Locations

SCRIPPS CLINIC - TORREY PINES

10666 N. TORREY PINES ROAD

LA JOLLA 92037

Organization

Scripps Clinic

Job Posting

Sep 30, 2026, 7:03:07 PM

Benefit Status

FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Pay

Minimum Rate (USD): 31.81 - Maximum Rate (USD): 45.99

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.