Orthopaedic Technician Certified

Alberta Health Services; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A health services organization is seeking an Orthopaedic Technician Certified in Greater London, UK. This role involves assessing patients, developing care plans, and applying orthopaedic equipment like casts and splints. Ideal candidates should have completed a Licensed Practical Nurse program and an accredited education in orthopaedic technology. The position is part-time with the possibility of shifts across days, evenings, and weekends. Competitive salary ranges from $35.70 to $47.02 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA).
• Current BCLS-HCP certification required.
• Completion of an accredited specialty Orthopaedic Technician program.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and develop care plans.
• Apply, adjust, and remove casts and traction equipment.
• Monitor and document changes in patients' conditions.
• Provide training to health care providers.

Skills

Cast application and removal

Patient monitoring

Collaboration with clinical teams

Training and education

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse education program

Specialty Orthopaedic Technician program

Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider

Job description

Your Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of ER, Orthopaedic Tech Certified performs a care to patients in a fast-paced, high stress environment. You will assess patients (clients, resident), develop and implement care plans and monitor their progress. You will be responsible for various diagnostic and therapeutic equipment and interventions. You will collaborate with various clinical teams and groups to enhance clinical outcomes. You will provide training and assist health care providers in the use and care of equipment as well as educate patients and their families regarding diseases, medications, equipment and treatments.

Description

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.

Job Details

• Classification: Orthopaedic Tech Certified
• Union: AUPE AUX
• Unit and Program: Emergency
• Primary Location: Northeast Community Health Ctr
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.40
• Posting End Date: 15-DEC-2025
• Employee Class: Regular Part Time
• Date Available: 25-DEC-2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 12
• Shifts per cycle: 24
• Shift Pattern: Days, Evenings, Weekends
• Days Off: As Per Rotation
• Minimum Salary: $35.70
• Maximum Salary: $47.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications

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).

Additional Required Qualifications

As Required.

Preferred Qualifications

ACLS, TNCC, EPICC, ENPC, PALS, NRP and CTAS, Connect Care training.