Job Status: Permanent Full-Time
Reports To: Manager, Prosthetics and Orthotics
Hours of Work (shifts):Days
Salary Range:$60,451 - $79,536 annually
Employee Group: Non-Union
Effective April 1, 2024, University Health Network (UHN) and West Park Healthcare Centre have come together to form Canada's most comprehensive and specialized rehabilitation and complex continuing care centre. Learn more about our integration, new hospital and building Canada's leading rehabilitation ecosystem here.
Job Overview:
The Prosthetic/Orthotic Technician provides technical expertise in the design and creating “prosthetics” and “orthotic” devices and their components with a focus on achieving optimal fit, functionality, aesthetics, and craftsmanship.
Accountabilities:
- Manufacture a wide range of prosthetic and orthotic devices while ensuring patient safety and high quality by following prescriptions provided and manufacturer recommendations.
- Trouble-shoot devices that are not working optimally by diagnosing and servicing the componentry.
- Advise clinical staff of fabricating options (cosmesis, strength of device and suitability) by utilizing information gathered from manufacturers of materials/components and comparison studies.
- Develop and maintain fabricating skills and procedures through continuing education.
- Instruct and supervise work term students and volunteers by providing guidance and support.
- Provide back-up coverage to Senior Prosthetic and Orthotic Technician during planned absences and as required.
- Assist in the promotion of the department as directed by manager.
- Perform any other duties at the manager’s request that are deemed relevant to the position.
Key Qualifications:
- Graduate of an OPC recognized technical Prosthetic and Orthotic program is required
- OPC registered preferred
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Ability to work with your hands
- Demonstrated ability to meet production timelines
- Evidence of commitment to continuous education
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Strong technical aptitude
- Basic computer skills
At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.
Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at recruitment@westpark.org or call (416) 243-3600 extension 30620.
Join our team and help patients reclaim their lives at West Park Healthcare Centre!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $31.00-$40.78 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
Experience:
- orthotic technician: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
- OPC registration (preferred)
Work Location: In person
