Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Technologist to join our team at Trillium Health Partners. As an active member of our interdisciplinary team, you will provide client-centred clinical care to support the delivery of orthopaedic services in our Fracture Clinic/Hospital.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply casting and orthopaedic technologies, including trimming, bi-valving, windowing, and removing casts, as well as applying and removing bandages and splints.
• Assist physicians with traction and casts in the Operating Room, on units, and in the Emergency Department.
• Provide education related to orthopaedic treatments and follow-up care to patients and families.
• Participate in the supervision and training of Orthopaedic Technicians and students.
• Maintain an adequate supply of equipment and supplies used in clinic.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are in safe working order and report need for repair and replacement.
• Follow hospital guidelines and standards for documentation, including incident reporting.
• Provide education to patients and families on topics such as cast care, brace and appliance application, wound care, osteoporosis, injections, crutch use, and pre-op preparation.
• Maintain CSOT registration and competence by attending in-services, workshops, conferences, physicians' rounds, etc.
• Ensure economical use of supplies and follow clinic finance guidelines.
• Observe the work area, equipment, and supplies for hazardous conditions and infection prevention and control.

Requirements:

• Current registration by the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT).
• Graduate of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist Programme sanctioned by the CSOT, apprenticeship programme, and sponsorship by an Orthopaedic Physician.
• Minimum 3 years of work experience working directly in the care of orthopaedic patients.
• Knowledge of and experience with Orthopaedic conditions/injuries and casting, including related orthopaedic technologies.
• Knowledge of theory and application of skin, skeletal, and manual traction.
• Demonstrated continuing education (as per registration requirement).
• Certified Bracing Technician is an asset.
• Nursing/Medical background is an asset.
• Plastics Clinic experience is an asset.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Demonstrated superior customer service skills required.
• Energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with strong work ethic.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills.
• Positive attendance and work record essential.