Occupational Therapist (Hand Therapist) – Outpatient Plastics Clinic - Casual - Markham Stouffv[...]

Oak Valley Health; Markham; On-site; CAD 55,324 - 76,594; Full time

Job summary

Oak Valley Health is seeking an experienced splint technician for their plastics clinic team in Markham, Ontario. The role includes fabricating thermoplastic splints for hand injuries, prescribing range-of-motion exercises, and providing patient education. Candidates must be registered with the College of Ontario and have experience with hand injuries.

Work hours are Monday to Friday from 07:30 AM to 01:30 PM, with a compensation range of $40.16 - $55.60 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the College of Ontario.
• Experience in plastic clinics with knowledge of hand injuries and custom splinting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team-working skills.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation.
• Evidence of continuing education and professional development.
• Good attendance and performance record.
• Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate thermoplastic splints for a variety of hand injuries.
• Prescribe and supervise range‑of‑motion exercises.
• Educate patients and caregivers about injury management.
• Participate in plastic clinic team activities.
• Assist with WSIB specialty clinic assessments and MSK assessments as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team-working skills

Knowledge of hand injuries

Electronic documentation

Education

Registration in good standing with the College of Ontario

Job description

Role Overview

An experienced splint technician will join the plastics clinic team to provide patient‑centered care involving fabrication of thermoplastic splints for hand injuries, range‑of‑motion exercises and patient education. The position may also include assessing WSIB specialty clinic patients and performing MSK assessments through the OWN specialty clinic program.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate thermoplastic splints for a variety of hand injuries.
• Prescribe and supervise range‑of‑motion exercises.
• Educate patients and caregivers about injury management.
• Participate in plastic clinic team activities.
• Assist with WSIB specialty clinic assessments and MSK assessments as needed.

Qualifications

• Registration in good standing with the College of Ontario.
• Experience in plastic clinics with knowledge of hand injuries and custom splinting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team‑working skills.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation.
• Evidence of continuing education and professional development.
• Good attendance and performance record.
• Commitment to a healthy and safe workplace, including completion of mandatory health and safety education.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 07:30 AM - 01:30 PM. Schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

OPCOM12 range: $40.16 - $55.60 per hour.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, racialized groups, people with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations during recruitment, please contact Human Resources.