Registered Orthotic Technician

2 weeks ago

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time

Req ID: 117633

Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre - QEII

Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Orthotics

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

NSGEU Healthcare Position

Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

We're seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Orthotic Technician to join our team. As a key member of our inter-professional healthcare team, you will provide technical expertise towards evaluation, treatment planning, individualized design, custom fabrication, and maintenance of assistive devices, primarily orthoses, to enhance patient mobility and/or physical function.

About the Opportunity

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the inter-professional healthcare team to provide optimal care and to assist the patient in achieving their orthotic goals. You will work closely with certified clinicians to ensure the quality and integrity of orthoses provided to patients meet the physical and functional needs of the patients and their goals.

About You
  • Registration in good standing with Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (annual renewal)
  • Minimum of two years' experience (Technical Internship is considered experience)
  • Ability to communicate well with patients, families and the healthcare team
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and organizational skills to complete assigned work and manage changing caseloads
  • High level of manual dexterity, strong problem-solving abilities, computer skills
  • Understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements and understanding of infection control procedures
  • Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

Two (2) Permanent, Full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Incentives

$36.54 hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

Successful candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus and up to $5,000 of relocation assistance with a defined Return of Service contract.

About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is a leader in healthcare in Nova Scotia, with a commitment to excellence in health, healing, and learning. We're a diverse and inclusive organization that values our employees and provides opportunities for growth and development.

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