• Orthopedic Tech - Per Diem - Torrey Pines

    Scripps Health (San Diego, CA)


    *This is a per diem/casual position generally working 8-hr day shifts on weekdays with possible overtime. Shift start times vary between 7am-8:30am. Training will ideally be full time for ~4 weeks. Located at Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines in La Jolla but may travel to other sites as needed. *

    *Why join Scripps Health?*

    At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered and your abilities are appreciated:

    * Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.

    * Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.

    * Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.

    * Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.

    * We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.

    * Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

    *Why Orthopedic Surgery?*

    * U.S. News just ranked Scripps Health #1 for Orthopedics in the San Diego region!

    * Average of 30 patients per day.

    * Great growth and learning opportunities in your career as an Orthopedic Tech.

    * Be collaborative, ask questions, and communicate effectively and efficiently with the primary focus of providing exceptional patient care.

    *What you'll do:*

    * Performs and assists with patient assessments and technical skills to accurately assess the status of each patient, including procedures as appropriate.

    * Evaluates patients and documents patient interaction.

    * Practices infection control. Contributes to the team as necessary to ensure quality patient care.

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    *Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:*

    * General working knowledge of casting and splint application and removal.

    * Knowledge of universal precautions.

    * Knowledge of sterile field maintenance and instrucment sterility.

    * Technical competency in casting skills, suture removal as measured by OTC; basic wound dressing application.

    * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    * Good English language skills.

    * Ability to speak in person and on the telephone; read and follow instructions in English.

    * Patient concern and sensitivity.

    * High school diploma or equivalent.

    *Required Certification/Registration:*

    * Current OTC certification required.

    * Current BLS required through the American Heart Association.

    *Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:*

    * Prefer one or more years of experience in an orthopedic office or related ortho field.

    * Ortho tech experience.

    * Assisting in procedures.

    * Sterile procedures.

    **Job:** **Pt Care Technical*

    **Organization:** **Scripps Clinic*

    **Title:** *Orthopedic Tech - Per Diem - Torrey Pines*

    **Location:** *Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS CLINIC - TORREY PINES*

    **Requisition ID:** *252006335*