Registered Orthotic Technician - Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Req ID: 217753

Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre - QEII

Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Orthotics

Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1

Union: NSGEU Healthcare Position

Posting Closing Date: 10-Aug-26

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Program Manager of Assistive Technology, and under the direction of an appropriate, certified Clinician, the Registered Orthotic Technician provides technical expertise towards evaluation, treatment planning, individualized design, custom fabrication, and maintenance of assistive devices, primarily orthoses, to enhance patient mobility and/or physical function. The Registered Technician works collaboratively with the inter-professional health care team to provide optimal care and to assist the patient in achieving their orthotic goals.

The Registered Technician works with patients directly and indirectly by contributing to the orthotic ongoing care. The Registered Technician works closely with the certified clinician to ensure the quality and integrity of orthoses provided to patients meet the physical and functional needs of the patients and their goals by ensuring the materials and components used are best evidence informed practice. Registered Technicians incorporate critical thinking, problem solving, and effective communication to deliver high quality care to patients.

The Registered Technician may provide supervision and evaluation of students and/or technical interns.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Registration in good standing with Orthotics Prosthetics Canada (annual renewal)
• Minimum of two years’ experience
• Experience in a hospital setting, preferred
• The registered technician must have the ability to communicate well with patients, families and the health care team
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and have organizational skills to complete assigned work and manage changing caseloads
• High level of manual dexterity, strong problem-solving abilities, computer skills
• Understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements and understanding of infection control procedures
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours

• Permanent full-time position; 75 hours bi-weekly

Compensation and Benefits

$32.59 - $41.98 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.

What You'll Love About Nova Scotia Health

Nova Scotia Health is more than the province's largest provider of health services; we're a team driven by excellence in health, healing and learning. Across hospitals, health centres and community programs, our people deliver innovative, high-quality care that impacts lives across Nova Scotia and Atlantic Canada.

From vibrant city life to scenic coastal communities, Nova Scotia offers a lifestyle as rewarding as the work itself. At Nova Scotia Health, you'll find meaningful career opportunities, supportive teams and the work-life balance to enjoy everything our beautiful province has to offer. Join us and discover why so many people are choosing to call Nova Scotia home.