Assistant Instructor, Prosthetics and Orthotics

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BCIT’s School of Health Sciences is seeking a temporary, part-time (0.13 FTE) Assistant Instructor, Prosthetics and Orthotics. The Assistant Instructor will support the delivery of hands-on orthotic fabrication instruction within the Prosthetics and Orthotics program. Working under the direction of faculty and in collaboration with the program’s Registered Orthotic Prosthetic Technician, the successful candidate will assist with the preparation, demonstration, supervision, and cleanup of fabrication laboratory activities. This role provides additional instructional support during high-volume practical sessions to help ensure a safe, organized, and effective learning environment.

Students in the program fabricate orthotic devices for use during simulated clinical experiences with volunteer participants. Through these experiences, students develop technical fabrication skills including plaster work, cast modification, vacuum-forming and draping orthotic devices, trimming and finishing thermoplastic orthoses, alignment procedures, sewing and related laboratory techniques. The Assistant Instructor will demonstrate fabrication techniques, guide students as they develop their skills, assist with laboratory setup and maintenance, and help ensure the safe use of equipment and tools.

This position is 0.13 FTE (approximately 68 hours over the 15-week appointment period, averaging 4.5 hours per week). Workload will vary according to course scheduling and fabrication activities and will require flexibility. Scheduled work may consist of full-day (7-hour) or half-day (3.5-hour) shifts during designated laboratory sessions throughout the Fall term.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the setup and preparation of orthotic fabrication activities
• Provide technical demonstrations and instruction related to orthotic fabrication procedures.
• Supervise and support students during laboratory activities.
• Assist students with fabrication procedures while promoting safe and effective work practices.
• Support the faculty in the delivery of practical technical instruction.
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, and safety within the laboratory environment.
• Assist with equipment preparation, maintenance, and storage.
• Participate in laboratory cleanup and preparation for subsequent instructional activities.
• Perform related duties as required to support program objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• OPC Registered Orthotic Technician (RTO) or OPC Registered Prosthetic Orthotic Technician (RTPO), or equivalent Orthotic technical training and experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in orthotic fabrication techniques, including plaster work, thermoplastic fabrication, device alignment, and finishing procedures.
• Strong commitment to laboratory safety and best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work and adapt to changing instructional needs.
• Demonstrated ability to support, mentor, and instruct learners in a laboratory environment.
• Previous teaching, mentoring, or instructional experience is considered an asset.

Benefits – Why you’d love working with us

• Competitive pay
• Minimum of twenty-five days of vacation (or more, depending on your position)
• Competitive employer-paid extended health and dental plan – take a look at our benefit plans!
• Defined benefit pension plan with employer contributions
• Professional Development funds and resources
• Access to most BCIT Flexible Learning courses free of charge
• Wellness and Employee Assistance programs
• Complimentary membership with free access to the Fitness Centre, Gymnasium, and more
• Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time. For more information on our generous benefits, click here!

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Salary prorated based on percentage and term of appointment. Salary based on education, experience and placement criteria as outlined in the Collective Agreement.