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Prosthetist Certified

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February 20 2025
Expected expiry date: February 21 2025
Industries Healthcare, social assistance
Categories Maintenance, Engineering, Trades
Regina, SK • Full time
  • Job Identification 42748
  • Job Category Rehabilitation Services
  • Posting Date 02/20/2025, 10:27 AM
  • Locations Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
  • Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: V16112

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 info: Days

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - 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 Prosthetist is an integral member an interdisciplinary team who provide prosthetic services by way of assessing, manufacturing and fitting prosthetic appliances as prescribed by a physician. The Certified Prosthetist provides education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members related to prosthetic devices, fit and usage. The Certified Prosthetist works closely with the orthotic/prosthetic technicians and provides direction and supervision for technical aspects within the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic device/appliances. Certified orthotists/prosthetists participate in team conferences, clinic reviews as well as consultation with physicians, suppliers and funders as required. The Certified Prosthetist ensures quality fabrication, adjustments and fit for optimal client satisfaction and outcomes. The Certified Prosthetist works closely with technical and support staff (office and stockroom) to ensure smooth service delivery. Certified Prosthetists are involved in or may assume primary responsibility for orthotic/prosthetic internships/residency as well as the training of new technical staff. The Certified Prosthetist 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

Knowledge and Abilities

  • fabrication and fit of orthotic/prosthetic devices
  • Communicate clearly with senior orthotist/prosthetist and manager
  • Strong clinical & technical skills in the assessment
  • Accountable for quality and timely management of assigned caseload.

Other Information

  • Preference to HSAS members as per the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement
  • For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.