Orthopedic Technician

SSM Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ontario seeks an Orthopedic Technician to assist in patient examination and treatment. Responsibilities include applying/removing casts, providing patient education, and maintaining medical records. Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED and relevant orthopedic experience. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and is suitable for entry-level applicants.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Payment Options

Upfront Tuition Coverage

Qualifications

• High School diploma / GED or 10 years of work experience.
• One additional year of training and one year relevant orthopedic experience.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Applies and removes splints and casts.
• Assesses cast material needs and application techniques.
• Documents events in the patient's medical record.
• Provides patient education regarding cast/splint application.

Skills

Patient education

Communication skills

Cast application techniques

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma / GED

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Location: OK-SSM Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City

Worker Type :

Regular

Job Summary :

Provides assistance with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a registered nurse or provider (physician or advanced practice provider).

Job Responsibilities and Requirements :

Primary Responsibilities

• Applies and removes splints and casts.
• Repairs, maintains, and adjusts casting material during treatment regimen as necessary for patient safety and comfort.
• Assesses cast material needs and application techniques for patients.
• Measures and fits patients for hinged braces, orders appliances, and documents measurements and results.
• Provides patient and family education regarding cast/splint application, care, and removal.
• Documents events in the patient's medical record (blood pressures, etc.) and maintains confidentiality.
• Provides escort for orthopedic patients within the clinic when necessary.
• Participates in telephone screening of cast patients for education, referral to nurse, physician, and appointment desk.
• Assists with surgical procedures in the procedure room.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma / GED or 10 years of work experience.

Experience

One additional year of training and one year relevant orthopedic experience.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent use of hearing and speech for communication.
• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
• Frequent reaching, gripping, and data entry.
• Frequent use of vision for distances near and far, and to distinguish colors.
• Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting, and repetitive movements.
• Occasional lifting/moving patients and objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
• Occasional use of smell to detect odors.
• Occasional driving.

Required Certifications

Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) within 90 days of employment. Other certifications may be required depending on department.

Work Shift :

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type :

Employee

Department :

8053000040 HF Admin - HR Use Only

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Full-time

Benefits :

• Paid Parental Leave: One week of paid leave for newborns or adopted children.
• Flexible Payment Options: Instant access to earned pay through DailyPay (fees may apply).
• Upfront Tuition Coverage: Through FlexPath Funded for eligible employees.

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Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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