Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Senior - Ambulatory Care, U; J0725-0844

Position: Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Senior - Ambulatory Care, U (J0725-0844)

Job Description

Registered Orthopaedic Technologist, Senior - Ambulatory Care, U (J)

Company Bio
IMAGINE a hospital where everyone is committed to excellence. We did. We are. From boardroom to bedside, we go above and beyond to offer the best and safest patient care. At North York General Hospital (NYGH), we put our patients first in everything we do. We are achieving a new standard of excellence in integrated patient-centered care and as one of Canada's leading community academic hospitals, we are building on our academic foundation through enhanced education, research and innovation.

North York General Hospital is part of North York Toronto Health Partners, a collaborative partnership with patients, primary care, and community partners, a first- generation Ontario Health Team, driving the development of a locally integrated health system to serve the community. As part of our dynamic team, you too can stand out and be amazing! At North York General, our team is making a world of difference.

Position Summary
Registered Orthopaedic Technologist Senior, Orthopaedic & Plastic Clinic:
The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is recognized as having advanced understanding, through experience, about anatomical structures, devices, and techniques. The Senior Orthopaedic Technologist is able to demonstrate leadership skills in the areas of problem solving, mentoring, teaching and in the In-Charge role. Functions under the direction of an Orthopaedic or Plastic Surgeon

On a practical level, you will

Maintain certification through continuing education programs as established by the C.S.O.T.

Performing interventions focused on the following areas:
splint/cast and dressings/bandages application; windowing/wedging casts; trimming, bi-valving casts, bandages and splints; removal/repair/re-enforce casts; removal of sutures/wires/pins/external fixators; application of principles of surgical asepsis; preparing for minor surgical procedures application; setting up surgical field for injections and minor procedures; and adjusting and removing orthopaedic devices.
Able to assist with fracture reductions

Perform and participate in a comprehensive assessment of patients’ conditions and develop an orthopaedic care plan in collaboration with the family and the health care team.

Assess, re-evaluate and revise the orthopedic plan based on patient condition.

Provide and co-develop education related to orthopedic 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).

Keeping work area, equipment and supplies hazard free and reporting any health and safety concerns appropriately and in a timely manner.

Assist in technical advice and care to clinic and other units/departments on orthopaedic and plastic devices/equipment including wound care

Facilitate the daily operations of the Orthopedics & Plastics Clinic and lead the coordination of Orthopedic Surgeon Clinics.

Be an active participant in in quality improvement initiatives

Actively participate in orientation and onboarding of new staff within the Orthopedics & Plastics Clinic.

Act as a subject matter expert and resource to clinic staff in managing clinical flow and solving complex clinical challenges.

Seeking learning opportunities to advance growth and development of Orthopaedic Technologist within hospital and communicate with them in this regard

Monitors practice of staff to ensure that they are practicing in accordance with NYGH and CSOT practice standards and guidelines

Manage orthopedic supplies and devices inventory by adjusting quotas, ordering supplies, and coordinating repairs or replacements. Ensure equipment is safe, stocked, and used efficiently.

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma and Completion of an Orthopaedic Technologist training program recognized by the C.S.O.T. or Apprenticeship program and sponsorship by an orthopaedic physician

Registered with the C.S.O.T. for a minimum of 5 (five) years with Advanced Registered Orthopaedic Technologist designation

Strong team-building, communication, and conflict resolution…