Certified Orthotist

Position Summary
We are hiring for a Certified Orthotist at the Kelowna General Hospital. This is a relief (temporary) opportunity is expected to run until November 2027 or the return of the current incumbent. Join our multidisciplinary team - apply today!

Days of Work: Monday to Friday
Shift times/Hours of work: 08:00 to 16:00

What we offer:
We are one of Canada's Top 100 employers and offer welcoming workplaces with a range of benefits and policies to support you at every stage of your career.

• Competitive pay with recognition of previous experience
• Employer-paid benefits, including extended health, dental, and a municipal pension plan
• Relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
• Education and career development opportunities
• Reimbursement for eligible professional registration fees
• Employee and family assistance program, plus exclusive employee discounts

About the role:
This position designs and fits orthoses to enable clients to function better and improve their quality of life. Duties include receiving referrals, assessing clients’ needs, designing and/or selecting appropriate orthoses, fitting and adjusting orthoses, examining and evaluating existing orthoses and making recommendations for repair/replacement. The Orthotist consults with interdisciplinary team members, other health care providers and suppliers, promotes orthotic services, and maintains knowledge of current trends and new technology in the field of orthotics.

This role provides comprehensive orthotic assessments and follow up care for Inpatients, Rehabilitation Inpatients, and Outpatients.
Key responsibilities may include:
• Receive referrals and complete detailed orthotic assessments across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Assess client needs, design and/or select appropriate orthoses, and provide expert fitting and adjustments.
• Provide a range of orthotic solutions, including offloading footwear, AFOs, spinal orthoses, and other bracing options.
• Examine and evaluate existing orthotic devices, recommending repairs, modifications, or replacements as needed.
• Communicate effectively - both verbally and in writing - with clients, families, interdisciplinary team members, and other healthcare providers.
• Apply for and coordinate funding sources to support client access to orthotic devices.
• Collaborate with suppliers and contribute to the promotion of orthotic services.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of current trends, innovations, and emerging technologies in the field of orthotics.

About us:
We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

About this location:
Kelowna is a vibrant and fast-growing city that offers so much for professionals and families to enjoy. A wide array of shopping and business, dining options, golfing, tons of hiking and biking trails, amazing beaches on Okanagan Lake, and world-class winter sports. Live, work and play where others only vacation!

Qualfications
Completion of recognized Orthotics Program and two years’ recent experience in a rehabilitation health care setting, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Certification in Orthotics from the Canadian Board for Certification of Prosthetists and Orthotists (CBCPO)
Eligible for membership in the Canadian Association for Prosthetics and Orthotics (CAPO)