Orthopedic Technologist

Health PEI Orthopedic Technologist 14 (Ambulatory Care - Shared Clinics) Location - Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Charlottetown Part-Time (90%) Temporary (UPSE) Position (Commencing Immediately for 8 Weeks for with Possible Extension) The Orthopedic Technologist performs duties under the direction of a physician specialist and collaborates with all members of the health care team. The Orthopedic Technologist is an expert in plaster and synthetic cast application and precepts other staff working towards this certification. The Orthopedic Technologist provides care to inpatients and outpatients including patient education for the application, adjustment and removal of a variety of casts, splints, traction fittings, orthopedic devices, and documents same. The Orthopedic Technologist reports to the Manager of Ambulatory Care. Duties will include but are not limited to: applies casts (includes specialized casts e.g. wound off-loading, inhibitive or serial casting, body casts and halo body casts). This includes adjusting, removing, repairing, bivalving, wedging and windowing of casts; manages casting and other orthopedic supplies and equipment; removes dressings and sutures/staples, assesses the condition of wounds prior to cast applications. Consults with physicians for further orders when problems are identified; measures and fits patients for specialized orthopedic devices and ambulatory aids, and instructs patients as to care and management; assists in the application, maintenance and adjustment of traction (skin, skeletal and manual); removes sutures and staples related to external fixation devices; fabricates and applies splints and bandages (i.e. finger splints, velpeau bandages, pressure dressings, humeral splints, knee splints, etc.); reinforces the teaching of the medical information given by the physician regarding the specific injury, treatment plan and anticipated results; collaborates with other health care professionals, e.g. Physicians, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, radiation technologists, orthotics and prosthetics, as required; establishes effective relationships with patients and families, and maintains patient dignity and confidentiality; provides on the job instruction and demonstration of casting techniques to other health professionals (medical students, nursing students, interns, residents) as requested. Crossed trained to provide care in other areas of shared clinics. i.e plastics, urology, minor procedures Minimum Qualifications: Must have successfully completed an approved course of study in orthopedic technology; current certification with the Canadian Society Orthopedic Technologists (CSOT) is required; applicants who are not currently certified may be considered, and must complete the certification process as outlined by the CSOT within an established time-frame and be eligible to be registered with CSOT; Applicants must have successfully completed an approved course of study for Licensed Practical Nurse and be active or eligible for registration with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Prince Edward Island Applicants with an equivalent health diploma, e.g. PT may be considered Experience delivering patient education and/or formal educational sessions would be considered an asset The registered orthopedic technologist is able to practice independently in collaboration with a physician specialist must have excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills; a good previous work and attendance record. Other Qualifications : Applicants with an equivalent health diploma, E.g. PT may be considered. additional relevant education and recent experience in providing orthopedic services is considered an asset; additional relevant education and experience will be considered an asset. Salary Range: $29.66 - $37.05 per hour Bi-Weekly Hours: 37.5 Hours Bi-Weekly / Rotating 8 Hr Shifts Posting ID: 167008-0325QETI Closing Date: Thursday June 26, 2025 at 4:00pm

Location: Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CA

Posted Date: 7/4/2025