Ortho Tech

Secondary School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education

Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist program/course essential

Certification with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT) considered an asset

Training in methods of application of various orthopaedic casts, splints and other devices

Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology

Knowledge and application of proper body mechanics

Experience with dressing application and removal and wound assessment

Experience removing sutures and staples

Order entry and transcription

Patient education

Strong communication and patient teaching skills

Remove all forms of casts

Maintain casting equipment and supplies

Observe, monitor, report and document changes in patient condition

Apply and remove dressings and perform wound assessments

Remove sutures and staples

Provide instruction to patients regarding proper cast and orthopaedic device care, in person or by telephone

Support patient flow for effective clinic operations

Expedite patients for diagnostic imaging

Complete required charting and documentation

Process charges for products

Enter and transcribe physician orders

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Temporary End Date (Anticipated)

Equity & Inclusion RVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally safe workplace. We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person. To learn about how RVH is taking steps to create and sustain an equitable, inclusive, accessible and culturally-safe environment, please visit: https://www.rvh.on.ca/about-rvh/equity-inclusion/ Accommodations RVH is dedicated to ensuring every applicant has a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We are continuously working to create an accessible, barrier-free process, and recognize each applicant’s needs are different. We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment at [email protected]. RVH does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. If you are interested in this position, please apply online before 11:00 p.m. EST on the Requisition Close Date. If there is no close date listed above, the requisition will remain open until filled.