Job Description
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.
- Completion of a Physician sponsored Apprenticeship Program (2 years - in an Emergency Department) required.
- Current registration with - Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists required.
- Member of local chapter of the Candadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists required.
Qualifications
- 4-5 years of recent relevant ER Experi...