Overview Ashcroft Urgent & Primary Care Clinic has an exciting opportunity for two permanent full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join as an Orthopaedic Technician . We are looking for confident, self-directed professionals who thrive in an autonomous role and are comfortable delivering high-quality patient-centered care. This position operates with rotating days, with shifts scheduled from 08:00 to 19:10.
Incentives may include up to $20,000 as a recruitment incentive and/or relocation allowance. Apply today!
What we offer An attractive remuneration package
Excellent career prospects
Employer paid training/education
Employer paid vacation
Employer paid insurance premiums
Extended Health & Dental coverage
Work-life balance
May be eligible to contribute to MPP
Role responsibilities This position performs assessments, plans, implements and provides nursing care to patients in an ambulatory care setting. This position operates in accordance with the competency guidelines and full scope of practice within the Standards of Practice as outlined by the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM), and according to organizational policies, procedures, standards and unit specific protocols. Under the direction and supervision of a physician/NP this position also provides orthopaedic care by performing duties such as assessing and evaluating patient condition; reviewing x-rays to confirm plan of care; applying casts and splints; removing externally exposed pins, wires, staples and sutures; setting up traction equipment and performing related orthopaedic duties.
What you will work on The LPN will assess and monitor the strengths and limitations of patients across physiological, psychological, sociocultural,



and spiritual domains while establishing therapeutic relationships that support autonomy in care planning. The LPN will provide orthopaedic care by assessing conditions, reviewing x-rays, communicating changes to physicians/NPs, implementing orders, assisting with cast application following reductions, applying and removing splints and casts, performing minor supervised cast modifications, removing exposed pins, staples, sutures, and wires, setting up and adjusting traction, supporting patients with mobility aids, and educating patients and families on cast and skin care. Within the LPN scope, the role includes assisting physicians/NPs with minor surgical and diagnostic procedures such as colposcopies, blepharoplasties, and lesion removals. The LPN will contribute to individualized care plans, participate in multidisciplinary meetings, and advocate for patient and family needs. Responsibilities include performing nursing procedures such as assessments, monitoring, preparing patients for diagnostics and surgery, catheter and ostomy care, wound care, unit specific procedures, supporting activities of daily living, administering oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and PRN medications, and inserting or maintaining peripheral IV infusions when ordered. The LPN will communicate changes in condition to physicians, NPs, or managers; document care according to policy; and perform clerical tasks such as scheduling, ordering supplies, initiating diagnostic requisitions, and completing admissions, discharges, and transfers. The role also includes supporting orientation for new staff and students, participating in quality improvement and educational activities, maintaining a protected environment by adhering to safety and infection control standards, reporting hazards or malfunctioning equipment, and performing other related duties as assigned.
Ready to love where you live and work? Apply today!

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📌 Licensed Practical Nurse | Orthopaedic Technician (British Columbia)
🏢 Interior Health Authority
📍 British Columbia