Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Senior - Ambulatory Care, U (J0725-0844)

North York General Hospital; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community academic hospital in Ontario is seeking a Registered Orthopaedic Technologist Senior for the Orthopaedic & Plastic Clinic. This part-time role involves providing advanced orthopaedic care, mentoring staff, and collaborating with a dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate has extensive experience and excels in communication and teamwork. Competitive compensation includes pay in lieu of benefits and participation in the Hospital Pension Plan.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Vacation pay

Opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist training program recognized by the C.S.O.T.
• Registered with the C.S.O.T. for a minimum of 5 years.
• Eight years full-time experience in providing direct care to orthopedic patients.

Responsibilities

• Assess and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Monitor practice of staff to ensure compliance with standards.
• Manage orthopedic supplies and devices inventory.

Skills

Team-building skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Education

High school diploma

Orthopaedic Technologist training program

Registered with C.S.O.T. for 5 years

Tools

Orthopaedic devices

Job description

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Position Summary

Registered Orthopaedic Technologist Senior, Orthopaedic & Plastic Clinic :

The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is recognized as having advanced understanding, through experience, about anatomical structures, devices, and techniques. The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is able to demonstrate leadership skills in the areas of problem solving, mentoring, teaching and in the In-Charge role. Functions under the direction of an Orthopaedic or Plastic Surgeon

On a practical level, you will

• Maintain certification through continuing education programs as established by the C.S.O.T.
• Performing interventions focused on the following areas :

splint / cast and dressings / bandages application; windowing / wedging casts; trimming, bi-valving casts, bandages and splints; removal / repair / re-enforce casts; removal of sutures / wires / pins / external fixators; application of principles of surgical asepsis; preparing for minor surgical procedures application; setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures; and adjusting and removing orthopaedic devices.

Able to assist with fracture reductions

• Perform and participate in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the health care team.
• Assess, re-evaluate and revise the orthopedic plan based on patient condition.
• Provide and co-develop education related to orthopedic treatments and discharge instructions / follow-up care to patients and families (e.g. cast care, brace and appliance application, wound care, osteoporosis, injections, crutch use, etc).
• Keeping work area, equipment and supplies hazard free and reporting any health and safety concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in technical advice and care to clinic and other units / departments on orthopaedic and plastic devices / equipment including wound care
• Facilitate the daily operations of the Orthopedics & Plastics Clinic and lead the coordination of Orthopedic Surgeon Clinics.
• Be an active participant in in quality improvement initiatives
• Actively participate in orientation and onboarding of new staff within the Orthopedics & Plastics Clinic.
• Act as a subject matter expert and resource to clinic staff in managing clinical flow and solving complex clinical challenges.
• Seeking learning opportunities to advance growth and development of Orthopaedic Technologist within hospital and communicate with them in this regard
• Monitors practice of staff to ensure that they are practicing in accordance with NYGH and CSOT practice standards and guidelines
• Manage orthopedic supplies and devices inventory by adjusting quotas, ordering supplies, and coordinating repairs or replacements. Ensure equipment is safe, stocked, and used efficiently.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma and Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist training program recognized by the C.S.O.T. or Apprenticeship program and sponsorship by an orthopaedic physician
• Registered with the C.S.O.T. for a minimum of 5 (five) years with Advanced Registered Orthopaedic Technologist designation
• Strong team-building, communication, and conflict resolution skills; effective under high-stress conditions
• Active contributor to unit and hospital committees with a solid understanding of institutional policies and procedures
• Proficiency in applying, adjusting, and removing a wide range of orthopaedic devices, including complex casting required (e.g., total contact, patellar tendon bearing, long arm / leg casts, moldings, wedging)
• Eight years full-time experience in providing direct care to orthopedic patients in advanced role
• Advanced knowledge of anatomy, orthopaedic conditions, and the theory and application of skin, skeletal, and manual traction
• Advanced knowledge of theory and application of skin, skeletal and manual traction
• Skilled in aseptic technique for dressing changes, suture / staple / pin / wire removal, and surgical field setup

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow HR professionals, healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Unscheduled position with 8 hours day shifts, including weekends, on an as needed basis in Ortho-Plastic Clinic, Ambulatory Care. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

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