You became a Pedorthist because you’re passionate about what moves us all. You know that foot pain can hold people back from living their best life, and you value playing a critical role in removing that barrier.
If this sounds like you, we may have the perfect opportunity for you.
We’re BioPed Footcare, and we love to improve the life of our clients. We know that every client’s pain is different and with over 40 years’ experience and 75+ clinics across Canada, we have seen it all. We are the leaders in lower limb and footcare. As part of our network of independent clinics, you will own your neighborhood and be supported by 200+ peers nationally, sharing in information and knowledge to not only better serve your clients, but to help you grow in your own career.
Our mission is to empower people to live their lives to the fullest by helping them alleviate their foot pain. To continue to help our clients do more in life, work, and play, we’re looking for a Certified Pedorthist for our clinic in Burnaby Square.
About the Certified Pedorthist role:
As our new Canadian Certified Pedorthist, your goal is to help our patients achieve and maintain proper foot care and lower limb health so they can live healthy and active lives. You’ll do this by:
- Preparing assessment rooms and completing patient assessments
- Checking appointments and reviewing client files/documentation
- Conducting biomechanical assessments and casting/molding/scanning lower limbs for orthotics
- Engaging with new clients and reviewing services, products, and fees
- Discussing treatments, preparing treatment plans, and making referrals
- Producing custom orthotics, completing orthotic/shoe modifications, bracing and compression fittings
- Keeping up to date with industry knowledge and reviewing cases with peers
You’ll excel in this role if you are:
- Compassionate – you’re calm, warm, understanding, and you always make your patients feel valued and supported when you work with them.
- A team player – you have an all-hands-on-deck mentality and are always willing to jump in and support your team wherever needed.
- Knowledgeable – you’re passionate about your field, and you’re always eager to share best practices to continuously improve and keep up with industry trends.
- A problem solver – you’re an excellent listener, and you can gather information effectively from patients to minimize their concerns and resolve their issues.
We want to know what you absolutely love within your scope so we can offer you more opportunities to grow your career the way you envision (e.g., leading, teaching, supporting student development through coaching, etc.).
We have efficient and sophisticated programs and tools (including our on-site fully equipped lab), so you’ll benefit from our modern, technology-based environment and enjoy support in all aspects of your role.
About this opportunity with BioPed Footcare:
This is a full-time permanent position working daily out of our clinic typically from Tuesday-Saturday from 9:00am-6:00pm with flexibility for some evenings.
You’ll earn a competitive salary commensurate with experience. You’ll be eligible for our health benefits, employee purchase plan, and paid attendance at our BioPed national conference. We also pay for uniforms/work gear, offer discounted personal footcare products, pay for certification courses/other continuing education, plus offer considerable opportunities for growth and advancement.
How BioPed Gives Back:
We are passionate about giving back to our community through our Soles4Souls program. Together with our clients, we have collected over 700,000 gently used shoes to distribute to people in need here in Canada and in developing countries and have helped to empower people out of poverty.
Our collaborative, approachable, and eager to help team leads with integrity and takes a practical approach to client care. We have a genuine passion for helping people Do More and live pain free – whether that means getting through a day of work without limitations, chasing after their grandchildren, or running a marathon.
If this sounds like the kind of company you want to build a career with, we can’t wait to meet you.
Qualifications:
- Valid Canadian Certified Pedorthist designation
- Ability to confidently perform biomechanical assessment of lower limb anatomy, muscle, and joint function
- Ability to determine optimal treatment plans and select appropriate foot orthoses/other pedorthic footwear
- Ability to complete fitting and modification of footwear, and design, manufacture, and modify foot appliances
- Experience working in a clinical retail setting
We’ll also accept the following designations:
- Certified Pedorthist (MC) Master Craftsman
- Certified Orthopaedic Footwear Specialist (C.O.F.S)
How to Apply:
If you want to build your career and grow with us, please apply now. We believe in building a team that reflects the diversity of the world we live in, and we encourage applications from all groups including those that are traditionally underrepresented. If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.
We’ll review all applications and will reach out directly to those whom we wish to move forward within our recruitment process, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
Licence/Certification:
- C.Ped (C) Certification (preferred)
Work Location: In person
