Orthotics Technician (Registered)

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba is seeking an experienced Orthotic Technician. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience and a recognized educational background in prosthetics/orthotics, along with English communication skills. This full-time position requires in-person work, and successful applicants must provide current criminal checks and certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience as incorporated into CBCPO Registration in Orthotics.
• Must have good standing as a Registered Orthotic Technician with CBCPO.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Good mechanical aptitude

Education

Grade 11 education (Manitoba standards)

Recognized prosthetics/orthotics educational program

Job description

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Work Arrangement: In Person

Daily Hours Worked: 7.75

Annual Base Hours: 2015

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years previous experience as incorporated into CBCPO Registration in Orthotics.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete Grade 11 education (Manitoba standards).
• Completion of a recognized prosthetics/orthotics educational program is required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Must have achieved and maintained "good standing" status as a Registered Orthotic Technician with The Canadian Board for Certification of Prosthetists and Orthotists (CBCPO).

Qualifications and Skills

• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Good mechanical aptitude required.

Physical Requirements

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today.

Interested candidates should selectthe "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification.

This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodationsare available upon request during the assessment and selection process.