Description

Position #: V16112

Expected Start Date: To Be Determined

Union: HSAS

Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

City/Town: Regina

Department: Prosthetics

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift info: Days

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - Certified $43.419 to $52.774

Travel Required: No

: The incumbent in this position reports to the Manager of the Orthotics Prosthetics Department.

The Certified

Prosthetist is an integral member an interdisciplinary team who provide prosthetic services by way of assessing, manufacturing and fitting prosthetic appliances as prescribed by a physician.

The Certified

Prosthetist provides education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members related to prosthetic devices, fit and usage.

The Certified

Prosthetist works closely with the orthotic/prosthetic technicians and provides direction and supervision for technical aspects within the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic device/appliances. Certified orthotists/prosthetists participate in team conferences, clinic reviews as well as consultation with physicians, suppliers and funders as required.

The Certified

Prosthetist ensures quality fabrication,



adjustments and fit for optimal client satisfaction and outcomes.

The Certified

Prosthetist works closely with technical and support staff (office and stockroom) to ensure smooth service delivery.

Certified

Prosthetists are involved in or may assume primary responsibility for orthotic/prosthetic internships/residency as well as the training of new technical staff.

The Certified

Prosthetist is responsible to complete assigned tasks within their qualified scope as assigned by clinical senior and manager to ensure smooth, efficient delivery of orthotic/prosthetic services.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

- Graduate of accredited orthotics prosthetics program, recognized by OPC.

Other Education and Training

- Eligibility or current registration with OPC

Knowledge and Abilities

- fabrication and fit of orthotic/prosthetic devices
- Communicate clearly with senior orthotist/prosthetist and manager
- Strong clinical & technical skills in the assessment
- Accountable for quality and timely management of assigned caseload.

Other Information

- Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
- For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

📌 Prosthetist Certified (Regina)
🏢 Saskatchewan Health Authority
📍 Regina