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Description
+ Job Title and Overview
Reporting to Senior Clinicians and Operations Leaders, the Certified Orthotist provides care to patients with disabling conditions of limbs and spine by fitting and preparing orthoses, under direction of physicians and in consultation with other health professionals.
+ Essential Job Functions
- Work directly with patients and Review medical records; examine patients; evaluate functional loss and orthotic needs of patients.
- Consult with physicians, nurses, physical therapists and vocational rehabilitation counsellors regarding patient needs.
- Device Fabrication, Repair, and Modification
- Select materials, making cast measurements, model modifications, and layouts.
- Manufacture orthoses.
- Performs fitting, including static and dynamic alignments.
- Evaluates device on patient and make adjustments to assure fit, function, appearance, and quality of work.
- Calculate materials and time used, including making use of funding codes, to ensure accurate patient charges.
- Maintain detailed and empirical patient records in a timely manner.
- Formulate specifications for orthotic devices if providing manufacturing information to technicians.
- Instruct patients on the limitations and proper use of orthotic devices; train patients regarding the maintenance, storing and cleaning of dispensed devices.
- May supervise Orthotic Technician(s) and other support personnel, if available.
- Provide service outside the clinic at hospitals and nursing homes etc; participate in hospital clinics and continuing education courses. There might be travel involved to outlying clinics/immobile patients.
- May participate in research and other educational opportunities.
- Communicate clearly with administrative support staff.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
- The orthotist shall also meet the requirements to maintain membership in good standing with OPC.
- An active participant and helping to maintain the culture, mission, and vision of the clinic
Requirements
+ Education & Training:
- College Diploma of Technology in Prosthetics and Orthotics
- OPC Certification - Certified Orthotist (CO(c)
+ Experience:
- 1–3 years of experience in an orthotic.
+ Technical Skills:
- Manual dexterity and comfort working with hand tools and lab machinery.
- Basic understanding of device fabrication and modification.
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, prescriptions, or work orders.
+ Organizational Skills:
- Strong time-management and prioritization abilities.
- Detail-oriented, with quality and accuracy in tasks.
+ Interpersonal & Communication Skills:
- Competency to perform clinical assessments and technical tasks associated with the profession
- Independently carry out practice management and technical implementation activities and services
- Promote overall welfare of patients and integrity of the profession.
- Delegation Skills
- Approachable and friendly
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Empathic
+ Safety & Compliance:
- Understanding of lab safety, PPE use, and material handling.
- Willingness to be trained on chemical safety, infection control, or other relevant protocols.
+ Portage clinic: 1818 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3J 0G5 or Brandon clinic : 602 1st St, Brandon, MB R7A 6K5
+ Hours of work : 40 hours per week (4 or 5 days) Mon - Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
+ Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Starting from $85,000.00 CAD per year, depending on experience
- Benefits package (health, dental, vacation, professional development).
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Potential for signing bonuses
- Potential for moving expenses
- Ongoing training in emerging O&P technologies and materials.
About Anderson Orthopedics - Part of the Mable Health Group,
MABLE HEALTH
Mable Health is a remote, people-first organization built on collaboration, accountability, and meaningful impact. As one of Canada’s fastest-growing healthcare platforms, we believe our success is driven by the expertise, passion, and dedication of our team.
In Service of our Patients
We are deeply committed to exceptional patient care, the innovation and advancement of clinical breakthroughs, and elevating mobility outcomes across Canada. By combining nationwide best practices and operational excellence, Mable Health is building a true centre of excellence within an industry on the precipice of transformation and greatness in patient mobility.
In Service of our Team
We are looking for individuals who are energized by the opportunity to help shape and build within a growing organization. At Mable, we value subject matter expertise, encourage initiative and ownership, and foster a collaborative environment where great ideas can come from anywhere. If you thrive in an entrepreneurial setting, enjoy driving change, and want to help define what great looks like alongside a high-performing team, we would love to hear from you.
*Mable Health inc is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free work environment in accordance with Canadian human rights and employment equity principles. We ensure fair and equitable access to employment opportunities for all individuals, free from discrimination, and based solely on merit, qualifications, and ability.
