Prosthetist Certified

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Regina; On-site; CAD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The Saskatchewan Health Authority, at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre in Regina, seeks a Certified Prosthetist to join the Prosthetics department in a full-time capacity. The incumbent will assess, fabricate, and fit prosthetic devices, and coordinate closely with physicians, technicians, and the care team to ensure optimal outcomes.

Education in accredited orthotics prosthetics and OPC registration are required, with opportunities to lead internships and supervise staff within a collaborative

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited orthotics prosthetics program.
• Eligibility or current registration with OPC.

Responsibilities

• Assess, manufacture and fit prosthetic devices as prescribed by physician.
• Provide education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members on prosthetic devices, fit, and usage.
• Supervise technical aspects within fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic devices.

Skills

Prosthetics fabrication

Prosthetics fitting

Clinical assessment

Communication

Caseload management

Education

OPC eligible/registered

Orthotics Prosthetics program

Job description

Position #: V16112

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

City/Town: Regina

Department: Prosthetics

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift info: Days

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - Certified $43.419 to $52.774

Travel Required: No

Human Resources Exemption: No

Job Description: The incumbent in this position reports to the Manager of the Orthotics Prosthetics Department. The Certified Prosthetist is an integral member an interdisciplinary team who provide prosthetic services by way of assessing, manufacturing and fitting prosthetic appliances as prescribed by a physician. The Certified Prosthetist provides education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members related to prosthetic devices, fit and usage. The Certified Prosthetist works closely with the orthotic/prosthetic technicians and provides direction and supervision for technical aspects within the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic device/appliances. Certified orthotists/prosthetists participate in team conferences, clinic reviews as well as consultation with physicians, suppliers and funders as required. The Certified Prosthetist ensures quality fabrication, adjustments and fit for optimal client satisfaction and outcomes. The Certified Prosthetist works closely with technical and support staff (office and stockroom) to ensure smooth service delivery. Certified Prosthetists are involved in or may assume primary responsibility for orthotic/prosthetic internships/residency as well as the training of new technical staff. The Certified Prosthetist is responsible to complete assigned tasks within their professional scope as assigned by clinical senior and manager to ensure smooth, efficient delivery of orthotic/prosthetic services.

Education

• Graduate of accredited orthotics prosthetics program, recognized by OPC.

Other Education and Training

• Eligibility or current registration with OPC

Knowledge and Abilities

• fabrication and fit of orthotic/prosthetic devices
• Communicate clearly with senior orthotist/prosthetist and manager
• Strong clinical & technical skills in the assessment
• Accountable for quality and timely management of assigned caseload.

Other Information

• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/