SUPERVISING ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN

L.A. County Library; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading municipal health system is seeking a Supervising Orthopedic Technician to oversee orthopedic services, ensuring quality and compliance in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves administrative supervision, budget preparation, and training. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience with orthopedic devices and hold relevant certifications. Join a diverse workforce dedicated to serving the community.

Qualifications

• Three years as an Orthopedic Technician or one year as a Senior Orthopedic Technician.
• Valid California Class C Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee orthopedic services in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Provide administrative supervision and evaluate technician work quality.
• Plan training curricula for technicians and interns.

Skills

Orthopedic devices

Administrative supervision

Budget preparation

Education

Orthopedic training certification

Job description

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

This is an Inter-Departmental Job Opportunity available for current Los Angeles County employees who have successfully completed their initial probationary period.

Apply and join our growing workforce!

EXAM NUMBER:

Y5599A

FILING START DATE:

Applications will be accepted starting TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT). This recruitment remains open until the needs of the service are met and may close without notice.

Current employees in the unclassified service in the County of Los Angeles who meet the following criteria are also eligible:

• Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status in a classified position after completing their initial probationary period, with no break in service.
• OR full-time employees in the unclassified service with at least six months of full-time experience in the unclassified service at the time of filing.

JOIN OUR DIVERSE WORKFORCE!

We are part of one of the largest municipal health systems in the nation. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) operates 25 health centers and 4 hospitals, serving about 800,000 patients annually with over 23,000 staff and a $6.9 billion budget. Learn more at www.dhs.lacounty.gov.

THE TEAM MEMBER WE ARE SEEKING:

We are looking for a Supervising Orthopedic Technician to oversee orthopedic services in inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring quality and compliance.

• Provides administrative supervision, including shift assignments, evaluations, and grievance resolution.
• Serves as a technical resource on orthopedic devices.
• Prepares budget requests and recommends staffing and equipment needs.
• Participates in hiring and evaluates technician work quality.
• Plans training curricula for technicians and interns.
• Represents the unit in meetings and communicates with patients and families about orthopedic procedures.
• Decides on orthopedic equipment needs based on provider orders and patient descriptions.
• Maintains orthopedic equipment and assists in operating room procedures.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Option I: Three (3) years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician, planning, fabricating, and applying orthopedic devices.

-OR-

Option II: One (1) year as a Senior Orthopedic Technician providing oversight and planning orthopedic care.

LICENSE: Valid California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method.

PHYSICAL CLASS: Class III – Moderate physical activity required.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Additional experience exceeding minimum requirements.
• Orthopedic training certification from an accredited institution.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Submit educational documents within seven (7) days of application to Christina Tadeo at [e-mail].

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Experience levels are defined as working with orthopedic devices and assisting with difficult cases and guidance.

EXAMINATION: Evaluation of training and experience, weighted 100%. A score of 70% or higher is passing.

ELIGIBILITY: The register is valid for 12 months. Applications are processed as received. No more than one exam per 12 months.

VACANCY AND SHIFT: Positions may be located across various sites and require working any shift, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Apply online only. Complete the application with detailed job experience. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Verify email and document submissions. The department does not accept applications via mail, fax, or in person.