This is a benefited, part time position working 8-rh shift with start times between 7:30-8am. You will work ~3 days/week and hours will vary as needed. Located primarily at Scripps Clinic Carmel Valley but required to travel to other sites as needed (Jefferson, Rancho Bernardo, and Encinitas).

Why join Scripps Health?

AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE:

• Made Becker's 150 Top Places to Work for 2024
• Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024
• #5 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Healthcare 2023
• #78 in PEOPLE Companies that Care 2023
• #95 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work for 2023
• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years

Why Scripps Orthopedics?

• Collaborate with world-class surgeons to provide top-tier care for high acuity cases in a supportive, team environment.
• Join a tight-knit group within the site and satellite clinics, working under a common leader to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Benefit from a proactive and collaborative team culture, where assistance is readily available when needed.

What you'll do:

• Assist with casting and splinting while providing exceptional patient care.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Perform and assist with patient assessments and technical skills to accurately assess the status of each patient, including procedures as appropriate.
• Evaluate patients and document patient interaction.
• Practice infection control.
• Contribute to the team as necessary to ensure quality patient care.

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 instrument 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to speak in person and on the telephone; read and follow instructions in English.
• Patient concern and sensitivity.

Required Certification/Registration:

• Current OTC certification required.
• Current BLS required

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• Prefer one or more years of experience in an orthopedic office or related orthopedic office or related ortho field.
• Team player, flexible, willing to accommodate multiple different provider styles