SUPERVISING ORTHOPEDIC TECHNICIAN

Los Angeles County; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team within one of the largest municipal health systems in the nation! This role as a Supervising Orthopedic Technician involves overseeing a talented group of orthopedic technicians, ensuring the delivery of quality orthopedic services, and managing essential operational tasks. You will play a pivotal role in training staff, managing budgets, and supporting clinical operations. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and possess the necessary experience, this opportunity is perfect for you. Be part of an organization that values diversity and inclusion while providing essential services to the community.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as an Orthopedic Technician or one year as a Senior Orthopedic Technician.
• Experience in planning, fabricating, and applying orthopedic devices.

Responsibilities

• Supervise orthopedic technicians and manage clinical operations.
• Prepare budget requests and recommend staffing needs.
• Conduct training for staff and represent the unit in meetings.

Skills

Orthopedic Device Management

Supervision

Budget Management

Training and Development

Education

Certificate from an approved orthopedic training program

BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Job description

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT: This is an Inter-Departmental Job Opportunity available for current Los Angeles County employees who have successfully finished their initial probationary period.

Apply and join our ever-growing workforce! EXAM NUMBER: Y5599A FILING START DATE: We are accepting applications starting TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT).

This recruitment will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without notice.

Current employees in the unclassified service in the County of Los Angeles who meet the following criteria also qualify to participate in this exam:

• Unclassified employees who have attained permanent County status on a classified position by successful completion of the initial probationary period, with no break in service since leaving the classified service.
• 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 belong to one of the largest municipal health systems in the nation. The Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (DHS) operates 25 health centers and four hospitals, providing health care to youth in juvenile justice and inmates in LA County jails. DHS cares for about 800,000 patients annually, employs over 23,000 staff, and has an annual budget of 6.9 billion dollars. For more information, visit www.dhs.lacounty.gov.

THE TEAM MEMBER WE ARE SEARCHING FOR:

We are looking for an individual to fill the Supervising Orthopedic Technician position. Responsibilities include supervising orthopedic technicians, ensuring quality orthopedic services, managing budgets, training staff, and supporting clinical operations.

• 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 and conducts training for staff and trainees.
• Represents the unit in meetings and coordinates with other departments.
• Explains procedures to patients and documents care in medical records.
• Makes decisions on orthopedic equipment needs based on provider orders.
• Maintains equipment and assists in surgeries and emergency care.

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 advanced orthopedic work.

LICENSE:

A valid California Class C Driver License or alternative transportation method.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

Class III – Moderate: standing/walking most of the time, occasional lifting over 25 pounds, frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Additional experience beyond minimum requirements.
• Certificate from an approved orthopedic training program.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Send proof of education within seven (7) days to Christina Tadeo at [e-mail]. Ensure documents are in English and not password protected.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

Experience definitions for Orthopedic Technician and Senior Orthopedic Technician roles are provided in the original description.

EXAMINATION CONTENT:

Evaluation based on application, qualifications, and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.

Passing score is 70%.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION:

Applications are processed continuously. The register is valid for 12 months and used to fill vacancies.

AVAILABLE SHIFT:

Any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

APPLICATION AND FILING:

Apply online only. Complete the application with detailed work experience. Incomplete applications will be rejected. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be accepted.

Verify your email and include your SSN. Do not share login credentials. Use public libraries if needed for internet access.

OTHER INFORMATION:

LA County promotes diversity and inclusion. Contact Christina Tadeo for questions at [phone] or [e-mail].