Orthopaedic Technologist, Fracture Clinic (OPSEU) - Casual - Markham Stouffville Hospital

Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.

Land acknowledgement:

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.
 

Who you are:

• You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage

• You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard

• You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills

In this role, you will utilize your strong clinical skills in the application and removal of casting materials, conducting cast checks, limb monitoring, and the maintenance and application of traction equipment. In addition, you will actively be involved with patient teaching and you will maintain the fracture rooms within the program.

• Completion of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist program, or apprenticeship program and sponsorship by an Orthopaedic Surgeon or recognized equivalent
• Successful completion of the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists examination (written, oral and practical components) or commitment to complete within 1 year of hiring
• Current registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT)
• A minimum of 3 years of recent Orthopaedic Technologist experience preferred
• Experience with dressing applications is an asset
• Experience working in plastics, fracture, and emergency preferred
• Experience working in a hospital setting preferred
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of anatomical structures and their relationships with one another
• Ability to interpret simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray film
• Ability to maintain continuing education program as established by the Certification Board of the CSOT
• Excellent assessment and problem solving skills
• Effective time management skills; ability to organize work and set priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of the team
• Working knowledge of computer technology
• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
• Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with organization related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required

Work Schedule:

The successful candidate will work primarily 8 hour days between Monday to Friday, with a greater need on Tuesday and Thursday. Hours of work/start times vary according to the clinic day; most common shifts are 0700h - 1500h, 0730h - 1530h, 0800h - 1600h and 0900h - 1700h.

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

Range:

Who we are:

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement 

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB.