Alberta Health Services
Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo
Parsons
NuWave Research Inc
Aneyro Hôtels
Sunbelt Rentals, Inc.
Connect with headhunters to apply for similar jobsMicrosoft Canada
Vestas Wind Systems A/S
Providence Non-RN - Oregon
TEEMA Solutions Group
Brandon University
Allnorth Americas
Rentokil Pest Control South Africa
Rentokil Pest Control South Africa
Valard Group of Companies
SNC-Lavalin
Joe Johnson Equipment Montreal
Toromont Cat
A premier health services provider in Canada is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician to apply and remove casts and traction equipment, observe patient conditions, and provide quality care. Candidates need to be licensed LPNs with a specialty in Orthopaedic Tech and recent emergency department experience. This is a regular full-time position with a salary range of $35.70 to $47.02 per hour.
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.
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).
Experience as an Orthopaedic Technician/Licensed Practical Nurse in an Emergency Department within the last 2 years. Ability to fulfill the role of LPN in the ER, which includes caring for a wide range of patient presentations separate from Orthopaedic concerns. Ability to balance numerous demands and conflicting priorities is essential. Basic computer skills, familiarity with Connect Care, Netcare and PYXIS. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Good command of the English language. Ability to work as part of a team and with minimal supervision. Physical capability of performing all aspects of the role (bending, crouching, kneeling, overhead lifting, and mobilization of bariatric patients).
Acute care experience. Connect Care training.
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.