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Orthopedic Tech IPrimary Location Glendale, California Facility Name Glendale Orange Street Medical Offices Employee Status: Regular Worker Location: Onsite Schedule Call-in/On-Call Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift Day Salary $39.49 - $43.75 / hour Job Number 1424726 Date Posted 06/11/2026 Job Summary: Under administrative supervision by the Department Administrator and under direct clinical supervision by the department physicians and advance practice providers, assists the physician/provider with all routine and orthopedic surgical procedures as described below. Provides written instructions for patients in the use of various orthopedic devices and sets up and maintains supplies and equipment. Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable State, Federal and Local laws.Assists the physician/provider with all routine orthopedic devices and orthopedic clinical surgical procedures.The following is a non-exhaustive list of functions in the Medical Office or Hospital Setting:May apply casts, splints, traction or other orthopedic devices to the extent that this is a technical function that does not involve choosing the appropriate treatment.Setting a fracture, manipulating bone or tissue, or assessing the patients clinical condition.Remove casts, splints, and orthopedic devices.Prepare the patient for procedures.Set up instrument and equipment for procedures.Apply and remove bandages and dressings that does not involve debridement.Provide written instructions to patients regarding proper cast care and use of crutches and devices.Remove sutures or staples from superficial incisions after sutures/staples have been assessed for removal by a provider.Assist patients in ambulation and transfers.Collect and record patient data including height, weight, temperature, pulse, respiration rate and blood pressure, and basic information about the presenting and previous condition(s).Record patient care services provided in the medical record.Other technical or administrative tasks as required.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and the level of work being performed by the individuals assigned to this position and, as such, are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.Basic Qualifications:Experience N/A.Education Graduate of an accredited Orthopedic Technician program or equivalent training in the military or eighteen (18) months of full time Ortho Tech experience. High school diploma/GED required.License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support.Additional Requirements Demonstrates knowledge and ability to utilize principles, practices and techniques of basic human anatomy, types of fractures, orthopedic equipment and use of casts and splints. Ability to demonstrate and apply knowledge of cast application, traction and orthopedic appliance application. Ability to demonstrate and utilize knowledge of surgical orthopedic and sterile techniques. Customer service skills.Preferred Qualifications Certified by the National Board for Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (NBCOT). OR experience preferred.Notes Required to also support Orthopedics and travel to clinics and OR at LAMC Main Hospital. This is an on call position, days and hours may vary.Primary Location: California,Glendale,Glendale Orange Street Medical Offices Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1 Shift: Day Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Working Hours Start: 08:00 AM Working Hours End: 04:30 PM Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call Job Type: Standard Employee Status: Regular Worker Location: Onsite Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399 Department: Glendale Orange St Med Off - Podiatry-Regular Clinic - 0806 Pay Range: $39.49 - $43.75 / hour Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location. Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

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