Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Fracture Clinic

Humber River Health • Toronto, ON

1d • CA$35 - CA$45 • Onsite

About The Position

Humber River Health is a fully digital hospital that aims to change healthcare through technology and clinical expertise. Serving North West Toronto, they focus on equity, inclusivity, and community connection. They are looking for a Registered Orthopaedic Technologist to join their Fracture Clinic team. The role involves using technology and clinical skills to improve patient care, reduce inefficiencies, and minimize errors. Humber River Health is affiliated with the University of Toronto and Queen’s University, and is committed to becoming a community academic hospital.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT) as a Registered Member in good standing
• Graduate of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist Programme sanctioned by the CSOT, apprenticeship programme, and sponsorship by an Orthopaedic Physician or Graduate from a Bachelor's Degree in Health and/or related field
• Current BCLS
• Minimum 3 years of recent experience as Orthopaedic Technologist including but not limited to – 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.
• Assisting physicians on inpatient units and the plastics clinic with orthopaedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures and fracture reductions.
• Performing/Participating in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions, and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Assessing/Re-evaluating/Revising the orthopaedic plan based on patient condition.
• Processing physician orders for diagnostics, results, etc.
• Documenting care provided in the patient record.
• Providing education related to orthopaedic 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).
• Maintaining inventory of orthopaedic supplies and devices, ensuring equipment and supplies in safe working order.
• Keeping work area, equipment and supplies hazard free and reporting any health and safety concerns appropriately and in timely manner.
• Knowledge/Understanding: anatomical structures and relationships with one another; description of orthopaedic conditions /injuries; casting including related orthopaedic technologies; theory and application of skin, skeletal and manual traction; application of aseptic technique in dressing change, removal of sutures, staples, pins and external fixators, and setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures.
• Demonstrated abilities: interpret simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray film; excellent customer service; effective and efficient time management and organization skills; effective interpersonal and communication skills; and work independently and within a team environment.
• Energetic, highly motivated, detail oriented individual with strong work ethic with abilities for quick cast or appliance application.
• Demonstrated commitment to life-long learning and evidence-based practice.
• Excellent attendance and discipline free record required

Nice To Haves

• Plastics Clinic, Fracture Clinic and/or hospital experience preferred.
• Nursing/Medical background an asset.
• An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. Humber River Health values lived and learned experiences in addressing systemic barriers and advancing inclusive practices.

Responsibilities

• Performing interventions focused on 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.
• Assisting physicians on inpatient units and the plastics clinic with orthopaedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures and fracture reductions.
• Performing/Participating in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions, and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Assessing/Re-evaluating/Revising the orthopaedic plan based on patient condition.
• Processing physician orders for diagnostics, results, etc.
• Documenting care provided in the patient record.
• Providing education related to orthopaedic 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).
• Maintaining inventory of orthopaedic supplies and devices (adjusting quotas, requesting appropriate staff to order- supplies, etc.), ensuring equipment and supplies are adequate, in safe working order, and are reported as needed for repair and replacement. Ensuring supplies are used economically.
• Keeping work area, equipment and supplies hazard free and reporting any health and safety concerns appropriately and in timely manner.
• Ensuring self and others adhere to safety policies and practices related to medical devices, equipment and bio hazardous materials.
• Following hospital guidelines and standards for documentation including incident reporting.
• Performing work assignments under the direction of an orthopaedic surgeon, working within scope of practice, and following hospital policies.
• Training/Coaching of Orthopaedic Technicians and students.
• Maintaining CSOT registration and competence by attending in-services, workshops, conferences, physicians’ rounds etc.

Benefits

• Greater Toronto’s Top Employers recognition
• Evidence-based leadership
• Culture that consistently wows with unwavering commitment to Staff, Physician and Volunteer engagement
• Member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN)
• Deeply involved in research and academic collaboration
• Dedicated to high-quality patient care
• Demonstrates values of compassion, professionalism, and respect
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace
• Accommodations available throughout the recruitment process and employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level