Certified Orthotist

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Reimbursement for eligible registration fees

4 weeks of vacation starting

Employer-paid benefits

Pension plan contributions

Education and development opportunities

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization in Kelowna is seeking a part-time Certified Orthotist to provide care at Kelowna General Hospital. The role includes designing, fitting, and evaluating orthoses to improve clients' quality of life. Ideal candidates will be skilled in client assessment and collaboration with health service teams. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including education opportunities and vacation starting at 4 weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and fitting orthoses preferred.
• Ability to assess client needs effectively.
• Strong collaboration skills with healthcare teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and fit orthoses to improve client mobility.
• Consult with interdisciplinary teams and healthcare providers.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in orthotics.
• Evaluate existing orthoses and recommend repairs or replacements.

Skills

Designing and fitting orthoses

Client assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Knowledge of current orthotic trends

Job description

We are hiring for a relief (temporary) part time (0.49fte) Certified Orthotist at the Kelowna General Hospital. This position is expected to run until the return of the current incumbent. This position covers acute care and outpatients. Shift times are 08:00-16:00 on a rotating schedule of week 1: Monday, Thursday, and Friday and week 2: Monday and Friday.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with recognition of previous experience
• Reimbursement for eligible registration fees
• Vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid benefits and services for you, and your eligible dependents
• Employer-matched contributions to the defined benefit pension plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Consistent schedule and stability

About The Position

This position designs and fits orthoses to enable clients to function better and improve their quality of life. Duties include receiving referrals, assessing clients’ needs, designing and/or selecting appropriate orthoses, fitting and adjusting orthoses, examining and evaluating existing orthoses and making recommendations for repair/replacement. The Orthotist consults with interdisciplinary team members, other health care providers and suppliers, promotes orthotic services, and maintains knowledge of current trends and new technology in the field of orthotics.

About Us

We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well‑being and work‑life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well‑being of everybody in our region.

About this location

Kelowna is a vibrant and fast‑growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world‑class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care