Cedars-Sinai · 5 months ago
Ortho Technician - Westlake/Tarzana
227 Janns Road, Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360, US
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$29.96/hr - $46.44/hrCedars-Sinai is a renowned medical center recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2024-2025” rankings. The Ortho Technician role involves supporting physicians and nursing staff in delivering orthopedic patient care through various tasks including assisting in assessments, applying casts and splints, and preparing patients for procedures.
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Responsibilities
Assists Physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient
Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment. (i.e accurate care of cast and splints)
Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction
Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction
Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation
Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care
Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials
In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first aid procedures
Assists with aspirations; Prepare injections; Position, prep and drape patients
Applies and manages post-operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques
Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products
Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and record in medical record as needed
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs
Performs designated diagnostic tests as advised by provider
Assists in follow-up scheduling needs; Answer patient calls, questions and addresses problems in timely fashion and communicate all significant clinical findings to the MD
Serves as liaison with other departments, facilities, and hospital as needed
Prepares for surgical procedures, assemble, and prepare equipment to the specifications of the surgeon
May act as first or second assistant in the operating room according to facility policy
Qualification
Required
Assists Physician, NP or PA in assessment of signs, symptoms, analysis, treatment and care of the orthopedic patient
Provides education, under physician, NP or PA instruction, involving the care and plan of treatment. (i.e accurate care of cast and splints)
Assists with application and execution of orthopedic procedures and services concerning the orthopedic patient, under physician, NP or PA direction
Applies and removes all types of casts, splints, slings, immobilization devices and traction
Assists with reduction of fractures and dislocation
Inspects and adjusts bandages and equipment needed for orthopedic care
Assists in wound closure and removal of wound closure materials
In the event of an emergency, apply recognized first aid procedures
Assists with aspirations; Prepare injections; Position, prep and drape patients
Applies and manages post-operative dressings on wounds following aseptic techniques
Fits various orthopedic equipment such as walkers, crutches, braces and provides patient with instruction on use and care of the products
Prepares patients for provider by reviewing current medications and record in medical record as needed
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs and takes appropriate vital signs
Performs designated diagnostic tests as advised by provider
Assists in follow-up scheduling needs; Answer patient calls, questions and addresses problems in timely fashion and communicate all significant clinical findings to the MD
Serves as liaison with other departments, facilities, and hospital as needed
Prepares for surgical procedures, assemble, and prepare equipment to the specifications of the surgeon
May act as first or second assistant in the operating room according to facility policy
Benefits
Learning programs
Tuition reimbursement
Performance-improvement projects
Company
Cedars-Sinai
Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service.
Founded in 1902
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (105)
2024 (91)
2023 (81)
2022 (92)
2021 (92)
2020 (65)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$63.31MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsCalifornia HealthCare FoundationNational Heart, Lung and Blood Institute
2023-12-01Grant· $0.01M
2023-05-25Grant· $28M
2022-06-16Grant· $7M
Leadership Team
Thomas Priselac
President/CEO
David Wrigley
Executive Vice President Finance, CFO and Treasurer
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