Registered Orthopaedic Technologist

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

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Position Description

As an expert in casting, the Registered Orthopaedic Technologist collaborates with other members of the health care team to provide care to patients primarily in (but not limited to) the Division of Orthopaedics. This position performs technical skills in the care of paediatric patients in the Clinic, Operating Room and Inpatient Units. The Registered Orthopaedic Technologist will work within the standards of the Hospital and the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technolgists.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Perform a comprehensive assessment of children who have orthopedic musculo-skeletal conditions, and develop an orthopedic care plan in collaboration with the child/family and the interdisciplinary health care team
• Document on and participate in the development of the interdisciplinary plan of care
• Under the guidance of the Resource Orthopedic Technologist, implement and document the orthopedic care plan
• Perform interventions focused on the following areas: Splint/cast application; application of dressings/bandages; removal/repair/re-enforce casts; windowing/wedging casts; removal of sutures/wires/pins/external fixators; application of principles of surgical asepsis; preparation for minor surgical procedures application; and maintenance of traction and traction equipment
• Perform daily inspection of all Orthopedic patients and equipment throughout the hospital
• Educate patients/families in cast, skin and other care including danger signs
• Assess, evaluate and revise the orthopedic plan by re-evaluation of patient status
• Consult with the child/family, as well as the interdisciplinary team members, within and outside of the Hospital
• Participate in research and continuing education initiatives

Here's What You'll Need

• Successful completion of Grade 12
• Graduation from an accredited Orthopaedic Technology Program
• Current registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists
• Completed CSOT exams
• Minimum 2 years experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Demonstrated initiative, self-direction and motivation
• Good communication skills
• Good time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player who relates well to other people
• Demonstrated commitment to life-long learning and evidence-based practice

Employment Type; Permanent part time 0.60FTE- 3 days per week, on site

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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