Orthopaedic Technologist - Fracture Clinic

Southlake Health Community • Newmarket, ON

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Orthopaedic Technologist provides clinical support to hospital patients within the scope of practice of Orthopaedic Technologists and administrative support for Orthopaedic Technology activities in the hospital. Southlake Health prioritizes a people-first workplace culture which emphasizes equity and inclusion throughout their hiring process. All applications are reviewed and assessed by a dedicated team of recruiters and hiring managers, not by artificial intelligence (AI), valuing the unique perspectives each candidate brings.

Requirements

• Graduate of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist Program
• Minimum two (2) years previous clinical job related experience
• Registered member of the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Administrative – demonstrated experience in management of fracture clinics
• Excellent interpersonal skills including skills in patient/staff teaching
• Good organizational skills
• Good computer skills
• Function within the standards of practice for Registered Orthopaedic Technologists
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing learning, professional development, and continuous quality improvement
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for patients and families, as well as other members of the healthcare team within a challenging and exciting healthcare environment
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Southlake Health
• Regular and reliable attendance is an expected requirement of this position
• Must be able to perform all necessary bona fide duties for the position, as outlined in the position guide
• Must review and be capable of performing duties as outlined in the Job Demands Analysis for the position as a condition of offer
• Proven ability to attend work regularly as per the Attendance Support Policy

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care for hospital patients and Fracture Clinic patients
• Assists orthopaedic surgeons with reducing fractures
• Assists or removes dressings, sutures, staples
• Applies, revises and removes casts for inpatients and outpatients
• Fabricates, applies and removes splints, slabs, bandages and braces
• Assesses levels of pain and/or swelling and instructs patients appropriately in methods of reducing these levels
• Documents care provided according to hospital and the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists Standards
• Provides specific patient/family teaching related to injury, therapeutic materials, ie. plaster vs synthetic cast, cast care techniques, possible complications
• Sets up and checks traction equipment and bed frames
• Ensures traction carts are fully stocked
• Maintains ongoing professional development
• Acts as a resource for orthopaedic practices and skills for patients and members of the health care team
• Responsible for ordering supplies and maintaining equipment
• Meets with surgeons and sales representative to ensure that products in Fracture Clinic are high quality and economical
• Follows up with suppliers on products being ordered for patients
• Ensures that all orthopaedic areas (Emergency, O.R., Fracture Clinic, orthopedic unit) have correct and adequate supplies
• Develops, maintains, reviews and revises appropriate patient education material
• Ensures equipment is safe and in good working condition
• Provides resource information to hospital staff regarding orthopaedic equipment
• Participates in continuous improvement projects
• Develops and maintains regular statistical information
• Primarily responsible for organizing and maintaining the Fracture Clinic patient flow
• Liaises with the Orthopaedic surgeons to ensure appropriate patient scheduling in Fracture Clinic
• Acts as a resource for new braces/splints/orthotics for physicians and rehabilitation staff
• Liaises with Health Records and Diagnostic Imaging staff to ensure that Fracture Clinic processes function smoothly
• Organizes the work schedule of the staff Orthopaedic Technologist
• Orients newly hired orthopaedic technologists
• Ensures scheduling of volunteers for each Fracture Clinic

Benefits

• A people-first workplace environment that prioritizes belonging, wellness, and psychological safety
• Hybrid, virtual, and in-person working environment (where applicable)
• Progressive health and dental benefit plans
• HOOPP pension plan with employer and employee premium sharing
• Enhanced wellness initiatives, including virtual fitness classes and on-site gym memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree