Certified Orthotist

Nova Scotia Health; Halifax; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Certified Orthotist to join the Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services. The role includes independent management of complex cases, mentorship of students, and leadership in clinical decision-making across pediatric and adult populations.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team and may provide services across a seven-day schedule. The ideal candidate holds Orthotics Prosthetics Canada certification, has hospital experience, and demonstrates strong

Qualifications

• Must hold title Certified Orthotist from Orthotics Prosthetics Canada.
• 1–3 years of professional hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a team setting.
• Understanding of privacy legislation and patient information protection.
• French language skills are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide a diverse range of clinical interventions to pediatric and adult patients.
• Lead complex cases and mentor students and technicians.
• Attend clinics, rounds, conferences, and participate in meetings.

Skills

Certified Orthotist

Hospital experience

Independence

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Privacy compliance

French preferred

Education

Orthotist certification

Job description

Certified Orthotist - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 214893
Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII
Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Orthotics
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT ( 100% ) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 3-Dec-26
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. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Assistive Technology, as a member of a multi-disciplinary team theCertified Orthotistprovides a diverse range of clinical interventions to a pediatric and adult population. Essential components of this position include a high degree of expertise in decision-making, creativity, interpersonal skills and professional development. TheCertified Orthotistprovides clinical leadership particularly in complex cases and has the knowledge, skill and judgment needed to provide competent, evidence informed care. The dynamic environment requires theCertified Orthotistto work autonomously as well as collaboratively with other health care professionalsto solve challenging clinical issues. TheCertified Orthotistsupports the development of students and colleagues through acting as a preceptor and providing ongoing mentorship. TheCertified Orthotistwill attend clinics, rounds, conference and meetings as required and provide supervision and evaluation of students and/or technicians.

The Orthotist may be required to provide services throughout the Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services portfolio within a seven day service.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Must hold title of Certified Orthotist from Orthotics Prosthetics Canada
• 1-3 years of professional experience, ideally in a hospital setting, preferred
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and work independently
• Excellent communication, observation and interpersonal skills as well as an ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team setting
• Demonstrated ability to critically analyze assessment data and identify treatment needs focusing on a patient-centered approach
• Understanding of Privacy legislation and commitment to the protection of personal health information
• 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

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$48.33 - $55.62 Hourly
$56.16 hourly with 25 years' service with the employer

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.

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