Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.Don't miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world's best in paediatric healthcare.As an expert in casting, the Registered Orthopaedic Technologist collaborates with other members of the health care team to provide care to patients primarily in (but not limited to) the Division of Orthopaedics. This position performs technical skills in the care of paediatric patients in the Clinic, Operating Room and Inpatient Units. The Registered Orthopaedic Technologist will work within the standards of the Hospital and the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technolgy.Here's What You'll Get To DoPerform a comprehensive assessment of children who have orthopedic musculo-skeletal conditions, and develop an orthopedic care plan in collaboration with the child/family and the interdisciplinary health care teamDocument on and participate in the development of the interdisciplinary plan of careUnder the guidance of the Resource Orthopedic Technologist, implement and document the orthopedic care planPerform interventions focused on the following areas:



Splint/cast application; application of dressings/bandages; removal/repair/re-enforce casts; windowing/wedgingcasts; removal of sutures/wires/pins/external fixators; application of principles of surgical asepsis; preparation for minor surgical procedures application; and maintenance of traction and traction equipmentPerform daily inspection of all Orthopedic patients and equipment throughout the hospitalEducate patients/families in cast, skin and other care including danger signsAssess, evaluate and revise the orthopedic plan by re-evaluation of patient statusConsult with the child/family, as well as the interdisciplinary team members, within and outside of the HospitalParticipate in research and continuing education initiativesHere's What You'll NeedSuccessful completion of Grade 12Graduation from an accredited Orthopaedic Technology ProgramCurrent registration with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic TechnologistsCompleted CSOT examsMinimum 2 years experience in a hospital setting preferredDemonstrated initiative, self-direction and motivationGood communication skillsGood time management skillsDemonstrated ability to be a team player who relates well to other peopleDemonstrated commitment to life-long learning and evidence-based practiceEmployment Type; Permanent parttime0.60FTE- 3 days per week, on siteSickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe workplace that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.Every application is reviewed by a human recruiter and all hiring decisions are made by people. In some cases, AI-assisted tools are used to help review applications based on job-related qualifications.All positions posted on the SickKids Hospital's Careers Site represent current vacancies, unless otherwise posted in the job description.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Pediatric Orthopaedic Technologist — Casts & Care - C$35.3 - C$45.0 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 Humber River Health
📍 Winnipeg