Orthotist Certified

Position #: V46748

Expected Start Date: March 15, 2025

Posted until Filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre

City/Town: Regina

Department: Prosthetics

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The incumbent in this position reports to the manager of the Orthotics Prosthetics Department. The certified Orthotist is an integral member an interdisciplinary team who provide Orthotic services by way of assessing, manufacturing and fitting Orthotic appliances as prescribed by a physician. The certified Orthotist provides education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members related to Orthotic devices, fit and usage. Certified Orthotists work closely with the orthotic/prosthetic technicians and provide direction and supervision for technical aspects within the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic device/appliances. Certified Orthotists participate in team conferences, clinic reviews as well as consultation with physicians, suppliers and funders as required. The certified Orthotist ensures quality fabrication, adjustments and fit for optimal client satisfaction and outcomes. The certified Orthotist works closely with technical and support staff (office and stockroom) to ensure smooth service delivery. Certified Orthotists are involved in or may assume primary responsibility for orthotic/prosthetic internships/residency as well as the training of new technical staff. The certified Orthotist is responsible to complete assigned tasks within their professional 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

Competencies

• Critical thinking skills
• Problem solving skills
• Time management skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Participates in program meetings
• Communicate clearly with senior orthotist/prosthetist and manager
• Accountable for quality and timely management of assigned caseload.
• Demonstrate sound judgement
• empowers /motivates others to do their best.   
• Working knowledge of collective agreements
• Professional manner and presentation in all interactions  
• fabrication and fit of orthotic/prosthetic devices
• licensing regulations and bylaws and professional practice standards.  
• Strong clinical & technical skills in the assessment
• review / revision of departmental policies and processes as requested.
• Respond professionally to any client, staff or public complaint.
• Manages change effectively, demonstrates positive attitude

Other Information

• When applying for this position please submit Resume & Cover letter
• Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
• HSAS seniority in the SHA will be considered under the selection criteria
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/