Orthopaedic Technician Certified - Emergency

Alberta Health Services; Alberta; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in Alberta is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to provide high-quality care in the Emergency Department. Your role will include assessing patients with orthopedic emergencies, applying and adjusting traction equipment, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates should be licensed and experienced in emergency care with strong communication skills. Competitive salary ranges from $35.70 to $47.02 per hour.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program.
• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta.
• Minimum of two years recent experience in an emergency department.

Responsibilities

• Assess and care for patients with orthopedic emergencies.
• Teach regarding casts and orthopedic appliances.
• Work independently and within an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse education program

Orthopaedic Technician program

Job description

Overview

Your Opportunity: This opportunity is for the Strathcona Community Hospital, Emergency Department. The facility offers a 24/7 Emergency Department along with a variety of Ambulatory, Laboratory, and Diagnostic Imaging services. An LPN/Orthopedic Technician delivers high quality nursing care to patients across the lifespan within the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include assessment and care of patients with orthopedic emergencies including cast duties and traction, as well as teaching regarding casts and orthopedic appliances, and all other general duties of an LPN practicing to full scope in an emergency department. Successful candidates for this position will be responsible for a multi patient assignment where they will work independently and with an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care.

As an Orthopaedic Technician (Ortho Tech), you will apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints and traction equipment utilized in the care of orthopaedic patients (clients, residents). You will observe, monitor, report and document changes in the patient\'s physical, mental and emotional state, while providing safe and effective, quality care. You will play a key role in providing safe, quality patient and family centered care while reflecting the shared vision and values of AHS.

Position Details

• Classification: Orthopaedic Tech Certified
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: STCH Emergency
• Primary Location: Strathcona Community Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.60
• Posting End Date: 29-SEP-2025
• Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits
• Date Available: 20-OCT-2025
• Temporary End Date: 10-JAN-2027
• Hours per Shift: 11.08
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 25
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $35.70
• Maximum Salary: $47.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Responsibilities

• Assess and care for patients with orthopedic emergencies, including cast duties and traction.
• Teach regarding casts and orthopedic appliances.
• Perform general duties of an LPN practicing to full scope in an Emergency Department.
• Work independently and with an interdisciplinary team to plan, deliver, and evaluate patient care for a multi-patient assignment.
• Apply, adjust, and remove casts, splints, and traction equipment for orthopaedic patients; observe, monitor, report, and document changes in patient condition.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse education program. Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA). Completion of an accredited specialty Orthopaedic Technician program. Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).
• Additional Required Qualifications: Successful completion and certification of a recognized Orthopedic Technician program, with specific authorization from CLPNA to practice in orthopedics. Minimum of two years recent experience working in an emergency department. Recent experience and a high comfort level managing a patient assignment of four to six patients of all ages and demographics. Preference will be given to those applicants with previous Connect Care training in an ASAP environment.
• Preferred Qualifications: Maintains competencies through continuous learning. Ability to balance numerous demands and priorities. Proven ability to work within a team environment and contribute to patient planning processes. Strong assessment and communication skills (verbal and written).