Orthopaedic Technologist

OPSEU

Orthopaedic Technologist

Fracture Clinic

Surgical Program

Casual Part Time

Days - 4 and 8 Hour Shifts (Subject to Change)

Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering

Salary : $33.940 - $39.070 per hour

OPSEU 2300003029

Reporting to the Manager of Fracture Clinic, the Orthopaedic Technician is responsible for application and removal of casting in the Fracture Clinic or OR as appropriate, setting up bed traction, suture removal, sterile dressing, maintenance of orthopaedic supplies and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Current certification with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT)
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification based on the Ontario Heart and Stroke Standards
• Ability to lift, turn, transfers patients manually and with mechanical aids, using the Musculoskeletal Injury Prevention Policy and Procedures
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment as regulated
• Evidence of sound organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to work well in stressful situations
• Excellent communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with patients, families, all levels of staff and the community
• Ability to work well independently and to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position
• Demonstrated commitment to our core values of Compassion, Innovation, Courage and Trust;
• Demonstrates a commitment to customer service when dealing with patients, colleagues, volunteers and other members of the community and public.
• Demonstrated understanding of and, commitment to Lakeridge Health's comprehensive safety program and practices including staff, patient, and environmental safety and participation in regular in-service education in this are;
• Demonstrated pattern of good attendance and work record

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

The terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Collective Agreement between the Hospital and OPSEU Local 348.

Successful applicants must provide a satisfactory Criminal Investigation Reference for the vulnerable sector, dated within the past six (6) months.

Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the recruitment and assessment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) . Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

At Lakeridge Health we value inclusion and diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture that is respectful, inclusive and accessible and to employing a workforce that is representative of the diverse community we provide services to. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from all qualified applicants.

Lakeridge Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and to preventing the transmission of COVID 19 infections among Lakeridge Health team members and our patients. New Lakeridge Health team members will be required to provide proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 during their Post-offer / Pre-employment Health Assessment, subject to any exemptions recognized under the Ontario Human Rights code.

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