Orthopaedic Technician - VH Orthopaedics Clinic C2
About the role
Who We Are
London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.
Posting Period
Open: October 17, 2025
Deadline: November 17, 2025
UNIFOR
Department Name
VH Orthopaedics Clinic C2
Under the guidance of an Advanced Orthopaedic Technologist or Physician, Orthopaedic Technicians provide care to clients with orthopaedic problems through the application, adjustment and removal of casts They have a basic understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another and are able to accurately describe Orthopaedic conditions. They are knowledgeable in basic plaster cast application.
Orthopaedic Technicians are individuals apprenticing to become Orthopaedic Technologists and may be in the process of meeting Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists requirements for registration.Orthopaedic Technicians have some medical training and work under the controlled medical act delegated by a Physician (Regulated Health Professions Act), and in collaboration with health care professionals.
Regular Part-time
Rate of Pay: $27.69 per hour - $29.28 per hour
Hours of Work: Up to 22.5 hours per week
Qualifications
- Secondary School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or equivalent acceptable to the Hospital
- Successful completion of a recognized Orthopaedic Technician training program
- Registration in progress with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists
- Recent related experience in a clinic setting
- Demonstrated technical knowledge, ability and competence in the application, adjustment and removal of casts, traction, and braces
- Demonstrated physical ability to mobilize patients in a safe and effective manner through the use of proper lifting and positioning techniques
- Physical ability to manipulate and position fractured limbs or other body parts in awkward positions for long periods of time
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of theory and practice of aseptic techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of patient teaching and ability to teach effectively
- Ability to work with both adult and paediatric populations in an effective manner
- Demonstrated organization, time management, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated skills to work independently and interdependently
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to ongoing change in the health care environment
- Demonstrated excellent attendance record
- Demonstrated ability to function productively in a fast paced environment
- Able to accommodate changes in schedule
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team in a cooperative and facilitative manner
- Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback in an open and constructive manner
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!
Immunization Requirements
Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.
Teaching, Learning and Research
LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.
Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.
Orthopaedic Technician - VH Orthopaedics Clinic C2
About the role
Who We Are
London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music. As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time.
Posting Period
Open: October 17, 2025
Deadline: November 17, 2025
UNIFOR
Department Name
VH Orthopaedics Clinic C2
Under the guidance of an Advanced Orthopaedic Technologist or Physician, Orthopaedic Technicians provide care to clients with orthopaedic problems through the application, adjustment and removal of casts They have a basic understanding of anatomical structures and their relationship with one another and are able to accurately describe Orthopaedic conditions. They are knowledgeable in basic plaster cast application.
Orthopaedic Technicians are individuals apprenticing to become Orthopaedic Technologists and may be in the process of meeting Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists requirements for registration.Orthopaedic Technicians have some medical training and work under the controlled medical act delegated by a Physician (Regulated Health Professions Act), and in collaboration with health care professionals.
Regular Part-time
Rate of Pay: $27.69 per hour - $29.28 per hour
Hours of Work: Up to 22.5 hours per week
Qualifications
- Secondary School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) or equivalent acceptable to the Hospital
- Successful completion of a recognized Orthopaedic Technician training program
- Registration in progress with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists
- Recent related experience in a clinic setting
- Demonstrated technical knowledge, ability and competence in the application, adjustment and removal of casts, traction, and braces
- Demonstrated physical ability to mobilize patients in a safe and effective manner through the use of proper lifting and positioning techniques
- Physical ability to manipulate and position fractured limbs or other body parts in awkward positions for long periods of time
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of theory and practice of aseptic techniques
- Demonstrated knowledge of principles of patient teaching and ability to teach effectively
- Ability to work with both adult and paediatric populations in an effective manner
- Demonstrated organization, time management, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated skills to work independently and interdependently
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to ongoing change in the health care environment
- Demonstrated excellent attendance record
- Demonstrated ability to function productively in a fast paced environment
- Able to accommodate changes in schedule
- Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team in a cooperative and facilitative manner
- Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback in an open and constructive manner
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's vision, purpose and values
- Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis
Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!
Immunization Requirements
Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.
Teaching, Learning and Research
LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.
As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.
Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.