Prosthetist Certified
- Regina, SK, Canada
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - Certified $43.419 to $52.774
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- Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - Certified $43.419 to $52.774
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Original job description
Position #: V44014
Expected Start Date: November 08, 2026
Union: HSAS
Facility: Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
City/Town: Regina
Department: Prosthetics
Type: Casual (No guaranteed hours)
FTE: 0
Shift Information: Days
Relief: No
Float: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Prosthetist - Certified $43.419 to $52.774
Travel Required: No
Job Description: The incumbent reports to the Manager of the Orthotics Prosthetics Department. The Certified Prosthetist is a member an interdisciplinary team who provide prosthetic services by way of assessing, manufacturing and fitting prosthetic appliances as prescribed by a physician. The incumbent provides education to inpatient and outpatient clients and team members related to prosthetic devices, fit and usage. The incumbent works closely with the orthotic/prosthetic technicians and provides direction/supervision for technical aspects within the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic device/appliances. Certified orthotists/prosthetists participate in team conferences, clinic reviews and consultation with physicians, suppliers and funders. The incumbent ensures quality fabrication, adjustments and fit for optimal client satisfaction and outcomes. The incumbent works closely with technical and support staff to ensure smooth service delivery. They are involved in/may assume primary responsibility for orthotic/prosthetic internships/residency and training new technical staff. The incumbent completes assigned tasks within their professional scope as assigned by clinical senior and manager to ensure smooth, efficient delivery of orthotic/prosthetic services. "Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement"
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
- Communicate clearly with senior orthotist/prosthetist and manager
- fabrication and fit of orthotic/prosthetic devices
- Accountable for quality and timely management of assigned caseload.
- Strong clinical & technical skills in the assessment
Other Information
- For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
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.
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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.
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Responsibilities
The Certified Prosthetist assesses, manufactures, and fits prosthetic appliances as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. They also provide education to patients and staff while supervising technical aspects of device fabrication.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited orthotics/prosthetics program recognized by the OPC. Eligibility or current registration with the OPC is required for this role.
Skills
- Prosthetic assessment
- Prosthetic manufacturing
- Prosthetic fitting
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Technical supervision
- Clinical consultation
- Quality control
- Device fabrication
- Caseload management
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
Keywords
- Prosthetics
- Orthotics
- OPC
- Rehabilitation
- Healthcare
- Patient care
- Clinical assessment
- Fabrication
- Prosthetic devices
- Interdisciplinary team
- Saskatchewan Health Authority
- Medical devices
- Clinical skills
- Technical supervision
- Inpatient care
- Outpatient care