Orthopaedic Technician - Orthopaedic Clinic

Job summary

The Orthopaedic Technician provides clinical care by applying, adjusting, and removing casts, splints, and braces for patients. They also provide emotional support to families and demonstrate casting techniques to medical students and nursing staff.

Job details

Click here to apply as an internal applicant. ​Req ID: 227810Location: Central Zone, Halifax Infirmary Robie Street Entrance - QEII Department: OPCZ Orthopedics ClinicType of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1 Union: NSGEU Healthcare PositionPosting Closing Date: 28-Oct-26About the Opportunity The Orthopaedic Technician reports to the Health Services Manager and works under the direction of physician and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. The Orthopedic Tech provides care to clients with orthopedic problems through the application, adjustment and removal of a variety of casts, splints, braces and traction fittings. Provides both teaching and emotional support to patients and families. Demonstration/teaching of casting techniques and procedures are provided as required to medical students, residents and nurses. Performs casting services in the Ambulatory Care setting and the inpatient units. Please Note: Where there are no qualified applicants for this position, consideration may be given to candidates who do not possess a Diploma in Orthopedic Technology that have completed a program in a relevant healthcare discipline (e.g. LPN, Paramedic, Kinesiology) plus one year recent and related health care experience. The offer is contingent upon successful completion of the in-house Orthopedic Technician training program within eight months of hire. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: Grade XII, plus Orthopaedic Technology Program required Orthopaedic Technologist registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopedic Technologists preferred Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy assistant knowledge would be an asset Strong interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills Strong organizational and priority setting skills Detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology as related to orthopedics Knowledge of medical terminology Strong assessment and critical thinking skills LPN, Paramedicine, or Kinesiology experience an asset Knowledge of Orthopedic equipment, supplies and devices Hand dexterity and mechanical aptitude Competencies in other languages preferred, French an asset Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.Hours Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Compensation and Benefits $26.31- $33.15 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada. From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. ​This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.

What you’ll do

The Orthopaedic Technician provides clinical care by applying, adjusting, and removing casts, splints, and braces for patients. They also provide emotional support to families and demonstrate casting techniques to medical students and nursing staff.

Requirements

Candidates must have a Grade XII education and an Orthopaedic Technology Program diploma, with registration by the Canadian Society of Orthopedic Technologists preferred. Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is required, along with excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Travel insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Defined benefit pension plan

Listed skills

• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Casting techniques
• Splinting
• Bracing
• Traction fittings
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Medical terminology
• Patient assessment
• Critical thinking
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Hand dexterity
• Healthcare Industry Knowledge
• Orthopedics
• Physical Therapy
• Ambulatory Care
• Teaching
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Disabilities
• Occupational Therapy
• French Language
• Innovation
• Kinesiology
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Medical Terminology
• ParaMedicine

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Clinical Technician
• Medical Assembler
• Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
• Medical Appliance Technicians

More jobs from IWK Health