Orthopedic Technician I at Kaiser Permanente Glendale, CA

Kaiser Permanente; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Glendale, CA is seeking an Orthopedic Technician I to assist physicians with routine orthopedic procedures and device applications. The role includes preparing patients and equipment, setting up instruments, and providing patient instructions on casts, crutches, and care after procedures.

Qualified candidates will have completed an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent, a high school diploma, and Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician with routine orthopedic devices and clinical procedures.
• Prepare the patient for procedures and set up instrument/equipment.
• Record patient data and care in the medical record; assist with ambulation and transfers.

Skills

Orthopedic equipment handling

Clinical support

BLS certified

Education

Orthopedic Technician program

High School Diploma

Tools

Casting/treatment devices

Surgical instruments

Job description

Orthopedic Technician I job at Kaiser Permanente. Glendale, CA.

Job Summary

Under administrative supervision by the Department Administrator and under direct clinical supervision by the department physicians and advance practice providers, assists the physician/provider with all routine and orthopedic surgical procedures as described below. Provides written instructions for patients in the use of various orthopedic devices and sets up and maintains supplies and equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable State, Federal and Local laws.
• Assists the physician/provider with all routine orthopedic devices and orthopedic clinical surgical procedures.
• May apply casts, splints, traction or other orthopedic devices to the extent that this is a technical function that does not involve choosing the appropriate treatment.
• Setting a fracture, manipulating bone or tissue, or assessing the patients clinical condition.
• Remove casts, splints, and orthopedic devices.
• Prepare the patient for procedures.
• Set up instrument and equipment for procedures.
• Apply and remove bandages and dressings that does not involve debridement.
• Provide written instructions to patients regarding proper cast care and use of crutches and devices.
• Remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions after sutures/staples have been assessed for removal by a provider.
• Assist patients in ambulation and transfers.
• Collect and record patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, and basic information about the presenting and previous condition(s).
• Record patient care services provided in the medical record.
• Other technical or administrative tasks as required.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work ...

Basic Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training in the military or eighteen (18) months of full time Ortho Tech experience.
• High school diploma/GED required.
• Basic Life Support.

Additional Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to utilize principles, practices and techniques of basic human anatomy, types of fractures, orthopedic equipment and use of casts and splints.
• Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of cast application, traction and orthopedic appliance application.
• Ability to demonstrate and utilize knowledge of surgical orthopedic and sterile techniques.
• Customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified by the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT).

Notes

• Start time may vary (Ex: 7am-9am). OR experience preferred.
• Required to also support Orthopedics and travel to clinics and OR at LAMC Main Hospital.
• This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.

Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.