Job Summary & Requirements RVH is home to the largest surgical program in the North Simcoe Muskoka region, with approximately 80,000 surgical cases performed each year. As a member of the Fracture Clinic team, the Orthopaedic Technologist is responsible for applying, maintaining, and removing casts and orthopaedic devices while supporting patients throughout their orthopaedic care journey. Under the direction of an Orthopaedic Physician, the Orthopaedic Technologist applies, maintains and removes casts and orthopaedic devices. The Orthopaedic Technologist observes, monitors, reports and documents changes in patient condition. Education
Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
Post-secondary education
Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist program/course essential
Certification with the Canadian Society of Orthopaedic Technologists (CSOT) considered an asset Experience & Competencies
Training in methods of application of various orthopaedic casts, splints and other devices
Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
Knowledge and application of proper body mechanics
Experience with dressing application and removal and wound assessment




Experience removing sutures and staples
Order entry and transcription
Patient education
Solid communication and patient teaching skills

Key Responsibilities
Cast Application/Design
Apply fiberglass and plaster casts
Apply appropriate dressings beneath casts and orthopaedic devices Cast Removal
Remove all forms of casts
Maintain casting equipment and supplies Patient Care
Observe, monitor, report and document changes in patient condition
Apply and remove dressings and perform wound assessments
Remove sutures and staples Patient Education
Provide instruction to patients regarding proper cast and orthopaedic device care, in person or by telephone Clinic Operations
Support patient flow for effective clinic operations
Expedite patients for diagnostic imaging
Complete required charting and documentation
Process charges for products
Enter and transcribe physician orders Our Values At RVH, our values guide everything we do: Team Up | Be Kind | Do Outstanding Things | Inspire Trust | Be Bold

📌 Ortho Tech Barrie (Canada)
🏢 Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
📍 Canada