Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Senior - Ambulatory Care, U (J0725-0844)

IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation. North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Position Summary

Registered Orthopaedic Technologist Senior, Orthopaedic & Plastic Clinic :

The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is recognized as having advanced understanding, through experience, about anatomical structures, devices, and techniques. The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is able to demonstrate leadership skills in the areas of problem solving, mentoring, teaching and in the In-Charge role. Functions under the direction of an Orthopaedic or Plastic Surgeon

On a practical level, you will

• Maintain certification through continuing education programs as established by the C.S.O.T.
• 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.

Able to assist with fracture reductions

Qualifications

What We Offer

Working at NYGH means working with a dynamic team of fellow HR professionals, healthcare providers, staff, and volunteers in one of Canada’s leading hospitals. This is a Part Time Unscheduled position with 8 hours day shifts, including weekends, on an as needed basis in Ortho-Plastic Clinic, Ambulatory Care. We offer a highly competitive total compensation package which includes pay in lieu of benefits, vacation pay and the opportunity to join the Hospital Pension Plan.

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