Orthopedic Technician I: Entry-Level Cast & Fracture Care

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to support orthopedic care teams. The role entails assisting in applying casts, preparing patients, and coordinating with surgeons and staff.

The ideal candidate has a completed Orthopedic Technician program and BLS certification, and is comfortable instructing patients in cast care and mobility while maintaining sterile technique.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and orthopedic technician program completion.
• BLS certification.
• Willing to work in Labor Management Partnership environment.

Responsibilities

• Applies, adjusts, and removes casts and splints per surgeon instructions.
• Assists surgeons in reductions and prepares sterile fields.
• Maintains supplies in cast and treatment rooms and documents interventions.
• Schedules follow-up appointments and coordinates with specialists.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Orthopedic Tech training

Tools

Automated clinical information systems

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in San Francisco is seeking an Orthopedic Technician to support orthopedic care teams. The role entails assisting in applying casts, preparing patients, and coordinating with surgeons and staff.

The ideal candidate has a completed Orthopedic Technician program and BLS certification, and is comfortable instructing patients in cast care and mobility while maintaining sterile technique.