03 Oct
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Humber River Health
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Toronto
03 Oct
Humber River Health
Toronto
Humber River Health. Tomorrow's Healthcare, Today.
Humber River
Health is a multi-site organization serving a population of more than 850,000 people in the northwest Greater Toronto Area. The organization is a member of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network (TAHSN) and operates Hennick Humber Hospital, along with its Finch and Church campuses, supported by more than 5,000 employees, approximately 800 physicians, and over 600 volunteers.
Hennick Humber
Hospital is North America’s first fully digital hospital. Through robotics and advanced technology, patients benefit from less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays. Its digital ecosystem includes automated laboratory services, medication management robotics, electronic health records, a Command Centre, computerized physician order entry, bedside computer terminals, and surgical tracking systems that keep families informed in real time.
These innovations enhance communication, improve efficiency, and create a more connected experience for patients and families. This transformation has been made possible through the dedication of Humber’s staff, physicians, and volunteers. With strong teams and a commitment to continuous improvement, Humber River Health continues to deliver Tomorrow’s Healthcare, Today.
We are looking for a Registered Orthopaedic Technologist to work with our Fracture Clinic !
Permanent Part Time Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts on weekdays and/or some weekends - subject to change as per Article 3 – Management Rights Location: Humber River Health, Wilson Site Labour Group: NOWU Reporting Relationship: Manager, Fracture, Plastics & Surgical Clinics, Vascular Access Team Hourly Rate: $35.349 - $44.954 trimming, bi-valving casts, bandages and splints; removal of sutures/wires/pins/external fixators; setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures; and adjusting and removing orthopaedic devices. Assisting physicians on inpatient units and the plastics clinic with orthopaedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures and fracture reductions.Performing/Participating in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions, and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the interdisciplinary health care team. Assessing/Re-evaluating/Revising the orthopaedic plan based on patient condition.
Providing education related to orthopaedic treatments and discharge instructions/follow-up care to patients and families (e.g. cast care, brace and appliance application, wound care, osteoporosis, injections, crutch use, etc). Maintaining inventory of orthopaedic supplies and devices (adjusting quotas, requesting appropriate staff to order- supplies, etc), ensuring equipment and supplies are adequate, in protected working order, and are reported as needed for repair and replacement. Ensuring self and others adhere to safety policies and practices related to medical devices, equipment and bio hazardous materials.
Following hospital guidelines and standards for documentation including incident reporting Performing work assignments under the direction of an orthopaedic surgeon, working within scope of practice, and following hospital policies. Training/Coaching of Orthopaedic Technicians and students. Maintaining CSOT registration and competence by attending in-services, workshops, conferences, physicians’ rounds etc.
Current registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT) as a Registered Member in good standing Graduate of a recognized Orthopaedic Technologist Programme sanctioned by the CSOT, apprenticeship programme, and sponsorship by an Orthopaedic Physician or Graduate from a Bachelor's Degree in Health and/or related field Minimum 3 years of recent experience as Orthopaedic Technologist including but not limited to – trimming, bi-valving casts, bandages and splints; removal of sutures/wires/pins/external fixators; setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures; and adjusting and removing orthopaedic devices. Assisting physicians on inpatient units and the plastics clinic with orthopaedic procedures, including wound care, aspirations, minor surgical procedures and fracture reductions. Performing/Participating in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions,
and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the interdisciplinary health care team.
Assessing/Re-evaluating/Revising the orthopaedic plan based on patient condition. Providing education related to orthopaedic treatments and discharge instructions/ follow-up care to patients and families (e.g. cast care, brace and appliance application, wound care, osteoporosis, injections, crutch use, etc). Maintaining inventory of orthopaedic supplies and devices, ensuring equipment and supplies in safe working order. description of orthopaedic conditions /injuries; casting including related orthopaedic technologies; application of aseptic technique in dressing change, removal of sutures, staples, pins and external fixators, and setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures. interpret simple fractures and dislocations on x-ray film; excellent customer service; Plastics Clinic, Fracture Clinic and/or hospital experience preferred.
Nursing/Medical background an asset. An understanding of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles as they relate to health practices is an asset. We are dedicated to high-quality patient care and demonstrate our values of compassion, professionalism, and respect.
Humber River
Health is committed to creating an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. Guided by our strategic direction to embed equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do – and to address systematic barriers – we foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued and empowered to contribute. We welcome applications from individuals of all equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons living with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ individuals and seniors.
As an equal opportunity employer, Humber River Health complies with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected ground. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process and employment.
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