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Description
Senior Orthopedic Technician (Santa Monica Hospital)
Work Location
Santa Monica,CA
Job #27001
Work Hours
Monday-Friday, 11am-8pm
Employment Type
2 – Staff- Career
Duration
Indefinite
Salary Range
$34.41-45.37 Hourly
Posted Date
October 8, 2025
Bargaining Unit
AFSCME – EX
Make a difference in people’s lives every day. When you join UCLA Health, you’ll be working at an institution that provides leading-edge care to the people of L.A. and throughout the world. We provide our team members with the environment and support to do amazing work, because each and every one of them plays a vital role in our commitment to care.
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Description
Join UCLA Health’s word-class Orthopedic Surgery team as a Senior Orthopedic Technician and paly a key role in supporting exceptional patient care. In this position, you’ll provide comprehensive assistance to physicians and patients across the full spectrum of orthopedic services, from clinical care to procedures support. Key responsibilities include:
- Assist in patient assessment and documentation, including recording medical history and orthopedic complains
- Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, braces, and other orthopedic devices
- Educate patients and families on care and skin maintenance
- Prepare and assist in-clinic procedures and operating room settings, including fracture reductions, dressing changes, and surgical prep
- Interpret basic fractures/dislocations on X-rays and perform measurements such as leg length or grip strength
- Maintain aseptic technique and manage supplies, equipment, and exam room readiness
- Support patient flow by rooming patients, taking vitals, and ensuring documentation accuracy and insurance authorization
- Assist with clinical inventory management and provide back-up support DXA technicians as needed
MONICA
I've been blessed to touch so many lives through my serving. It's a privilege to uplift other employees with words of encouragement and a smile.
