Orthopedic Technician jobs in San Diego, CA
Orthopedic Technician applies and adjusts plaster casts and assembles and attaches orthopedic traction equipment and devices as directed by a physician. Sets up bed traction units or rigs special devices as required, and inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment. Being an Orthopedic Technician requires a high school diploma or its equivalent, completion of Orthopedic Technician training and certification program. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Orthopedic Technician's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Orthopedic Technician
- Kaiser Permanente
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San Diego, CA
OTHER
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Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Orthopedic Supervisor and/or departmental physicians or extenders, assists the surgeons with all routine orthopedic procedures to include: applying casts, splints, bandages, and pre-fabricated braces; furnishing, adjusting and instructing patients in the use of various orthopedic devices; setting up and maintaining orthopedic traction. Act as a 2nd assist in any orthopedic surgical procedure in the operating room or minor procedure rooms.
Essential Responsibilities:- Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
- PATIENT PROCEDURES AND ACTIVITIES:
- Apply and remove all types of fiberglass ad plaster casts, as directed by orthopedic surgeon or extenders.
- Apply, remove, and adjust orthopedic devices (i.e. splints, bandages, slings, and braces).
- Apply all specialty cast procedures (i.e. body jackets, hip spicas, PTBs, hinged cast braces, diabetic foot casting, podiatry casting and pediatric specialty castings).
- Demonstrates proper positioning angulation when applying all types of casts, splints, dressings, and bandages.
- Check casts, splints, etc. for problems such as comfort, bruises, and circulation.
- Remove, trim, and re-apply as necessary. Instruct patients on the proper use of orthopedic devices, crutches, canes, and other mobility devices.
- Instruct patients on proper cast care, explaining the precautions to be taken regarding swelling and observations to be made.
- Provide written instructions.
- Determine reason for members visit and coordinates patient flow, takes and/or directs patient to x-ray waiting room, exam room, or any other necessary area.
- Act as 2nd assist in any orthopedic surgical case in operating room or minor procedure room under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
- Position, prep and drape patient prior to procedure.
- Set up necessary specialty equipment prior to start of procedures (i.e. fluoroscan, fracture table, etc.).
- Assist operating personnel with needed surgical instruments and supplies needed prior to start of case.
- Utilizes aseptic technique and maintains sterile field when assisting surgeon or extender with minor procedures.
- Follows standard infection control procedures and universal precaution standards.
- Assist with operating room turnover to ensure expedient patient care.
- Remove dressings, sutures, and staples.
- Re-apply sterile dressings.
- Re-apply new cast or splint as needed.
- Teach pin care, dismantle external fixator hardware.
- Prepare, educate, and position patients for pin removal, diagnostic tests, and procedures.
- Assist physician or extender with pin removal or insertion, diagnostic tests, procedures, and routine examinations in a clinic or hospital ward.
- Acts as a secondary orthopedic technician in the emergency room.
- Assist Neurosurgeon or Orthopedic Surgeon with Halo application and removal.
- Set up and maintain all necessary traction configurations.
- Including specialty procedures (i.e. balance suspension with skeletal traction).
- Check traction for possible problems, notify physician as necessary and make adjustments as directed.
- Observe patient conditions and communicate with physician or extender before, during, and after patient procedures.
- Apply proper body mechanics when lifting, and/or assisting patients with mobilization.
- RECORDS AND PATIENT INFORMATION:
- Record and chart patient data, completing all forms and records required.
- Verify consent form for proper procedure and extremity.
- Ensures proper charges have been documented.
- Complete diagnostic examination requisitions.
- Complete medical and prescription history forms and records.
- Record and maintain patient treatment data.
- Arranges necessary appointments per department guidelines.
- Answers telephone and serves as a resource to personnel in casting and splinting.
- Review patient x-rays and charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions.
- Collects and labels all specimens; accurately completes appropriate laboratory slips, and transports specimens per policy.
- Maintains the privacy and confidentiality of both member and employee with concern for regard to medical record and communication regarding disease, conditions, and status.
- Cleans and maintains stock level of cast carts and storage rooms.
- EQUIPMENT AND INSTRUMENTS:
- Maintains a neat, clean, and safe work environment.
- Re-stock and prepare procedure, cast and examination rooms.
- Set-up and clean instruments and surgical trays.
- Retrieve and deliver and sterilize necessary items.
- Deliver, assemble/disassemble equipment and instruments, while maintaining appropriate inventory control.
- Maintain traction equipment and supplies.
- Perform or arrange for repair or adjustments to equipment and instruments.
- Ensure equipment is available for procedures and examinations.
- Calibrate and adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures (i.e. CPM machine, tourniquets, etc.).
- Maintain proper inventory control.
- ADMINISTRATIVE:
- Attends conferences, meetings and in-service training programs.
- Maintain proficiencies in clinical skills.
- Maintain CPR certificate.
- OTHER ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assume other activities and responsibilities as needed.
- Follows established service standards as set forth in LMP ABCs. That is, Take Initiative, Take Responsibility, Take Care and Take Pride.
- Demonstrate compliance in all above 4 areas. Examples: make a positive first impression, protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
- 10 Days Ago
X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician
- SYNERGY ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALISTS INC
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San Diego, CA
OTHER
- Job Details Job Location: CC 9 - San Diego, CA Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 2 Year Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Category: Medical Description Independently performs all routine pr...
- 25 Days Ago
X-Ray Technician / Radiology Technician
- Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Inc
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San Diego, CA
FULL_TIME
- Independently performs all routine procedures, including localizations as needed. Uses correct anatomical positioning, including proper shielding and collimation to ensure quality radiographs. Selects...
- 25 Days Ago
Orthopedic Technician II - Sharp Rees-Stealy - Day Shift - Full Time
- Sharp Healthcare
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San Diego, CA
FULL_TIME
- [Other; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; Orthopedic Technologist Certified (OTC) - National Board for Certification of Orthopedic T...
- 1 Month Ago
Automotive Technician with Danbury Kia
- Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
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National, CA
FULL_TIME
- Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, K...
- 27 Days Ago
Automotive Technician with Smith Kia of Bellingham
- Kia Veterans Technician Apprenticeship Program (VTAP)
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National, CA
FULL_TIME
- Kia Retailers are offering skilled and experienced military Veterans with the opportunity to begin an inspiring career as a Kia Certified Service Technician. To support this Kia Retailer initiative, K...
- 27 Days Ago
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Orthopedic Technician II - Sharp Rees-Stealy - Day Shift - Full Time
- Sharp Healthcare
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San Diego, CA
- Hours Shift Start Time: Not Specified Shift End Time: Not Specified Additional Shift Information: 8 hour shift between t...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
UM Resource Coord LVN - Utilization Mgmt - SCMG - Days - FT
- Sharp Healthcare
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San Diego, CA
- Hours Shift Start Time: 8 AM Shift End Time: 5 PM Additional Shift Information: 7AM to 6PM Weekend Requirements: No Week...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Case Manager (LVN) - Utilization Mgmt - Sharp System Services - Days - FT
- Sharp Healthcare
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San Diego, CA
- Hours Shift Start Time: 8 AM Shift End Time: 5 PM Additional Shift Information: 8 hour shifts - FT 1.0 Weekend Requireme...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Training Specialist for Healthcare Simulation
- Council For Logistics Research Inc
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San Diego, CA
- Job Description Job Description Job Description Training Specialist for Healthcare Simulation Council for Logistics Rese...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
UM Resource Coord LVN - Utilization Mgmt - SCMG - Days - FT
- Sharp Healthplan
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San Diego, CA
- Hours Shift Start Time: 8 AM Shift End Time: 5 PM Additional Shift Information: 7AM to 6PM Weekend Requirements: No Week...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular OR $2268/wk
- Hiring Now!
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Escondido, CA
- Job Description Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiovascular OR surgical tech for a travel assignment in CA. Take th...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Travel Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular OR $2268/wk
- Nomad Health
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Escondido, CA
- Job Description Nomad Health seeks an experienced Cardiovascular OR surgical tech for a travel assignment in CA. Take th...
- 3/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About San Diego, California
According to SDSU professor emeritus Monte Marshall, San Diego Bay is "the surface expression of a north-south-trending, nested graben". The Rose Canyon and Point Loma fault zones are part of the San Andreas Fault system. About 40 miles (64 km) east of the bay are the Laguna Mountains in the Peninsular Ranges, which are part of the backbone of the American continents.
The city lies on approximately 200 deep canyons and hills separating its mesas, creating small pockets of natural open space scattered throughout the city and giving it a hilly geography. Traditionally, San Diegans have built the...
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Income Estimation for Orthopedic Technician jobs
$48,736 to $62,710
San Diego, California area prices
were up 2.6% from a year ago
were up 2.6% from a year ago
What does an Orthopedic Technician do?
Orthopedic Technician in Hopkinsville, KY
Orthopedic patient care activities in accordance with established practices and procedures.
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Orthopedic Technician in New Suffolk, NY
If you ever tear up your knee on the ski slope or wear out your wrists at the computer, there's a good chance you'll see an orthopedic surgeon.
December 14, 2019
Orthopedic Technician in Durham, NC
They also provide care to patients with orthopedic conditions through the adjustment, application and removal of a variety of splints, casts and traction fittings.
January 16, 2020