Orthopedic Technician: Casts, Braces & Patient Education

The Regents of the University of California on behalf of their Los Angeles Campus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center at UCLA is seeking an Orthopedic Technician for a limited, part-time appointment. The role supports Sports Medicine Clinicians and Orthopedists, performing casting, brace fitting, and patient education while coordinating with the clinical team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include 3–5 years in orthopedic care, NBCOT/ASOP certification, and CPR on hire.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of orthopedic care experience.
• Orthopedic Technician certification by NBCOT or ASOP.
• CPR certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Support Sports Medicine Clinicians and Orthopedists with patient care.
• Perform casting and brace fitting tasks.
• Educate patients on procedures and post-care instructions.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating with the clinical team.

Skills

Orthopedic care

Cast application

Brace fitting

Patient education

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication

Medical software

PC literacy

MS Office

Education

Orthopedic Technician certification (NBCOT/ASOP)

CPR Certification

Job description

The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center at UCLA is seeking an Orthopedic Technician for a limited, part-time appointment. The role supports Sports Medicine Clinicians and Orthopedists, performing casting, brace fitting, and patient education while coordinating with the clinical team to ensure high-quality care.

Requirements include 3–5 years in orthopedic care, NBCOT/ASOP certification, and CPR on hire.