Orthopaedic Technologist (Fracture Clinic)

Overview

The Orthopaedic Technologist serves as a technical expert in matters pertaining to orthopaedic devices and techniques providing care to patients through the application, adjustment and removal of a variety of casts, bandages, slings, splints and traction fittings etc. The Orthopaedic Technologist fullfills the responsibilities of the position with a high degree of autonomy within established guidelines working under the direction of a Supervising Physician to preform enhanced skills.

Education

- Completion of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist Program.
- Current registration with - Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists required.
- Member of local chapter of the Candadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists required.

Qualifications

- Recent relevant experience is required.
- Demonstrated understanding or anatomical structures and their relationship to one another required.
- Demonstrated ability to describe orthopaedic conditions required.
- Demonstrated ability to apply adjust and remove all common orthopaedic devices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of working autonomously under medical directives.
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to suture within medical directives.
- Excellent recognition, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the proper application of aseptic technique.
- Knowledge of theory and application of skin and skeletal traction.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret fractures and dislocations on x-ray film.
- Willingness to continue education to maintain certification as required by CSOT.
- Ability to work well autonomously.
- Ability to function collaboratively with other members of the health care team.
- Effective time management skills, ability to organize work and set priorities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient computer knowledge required.
- Ability to perform in a fast paced emergency room environnment.
- Good work and attendance record required.
- All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
- All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
- All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.

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