Orthotic Technician — Craft Bespoke Medical Devices

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthotic Technician to join the King’s Mill Hospital facility in Sutton in Ashfield. The role focuses on manufacturing and maintaining bespoke orthotic devices to improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive team and work on bespoke medical devices in a purpose-built facility. Experience in a technical or manufacturing setting is desirable, with training available.

Qualifications

• Experience in a technical or manufacturing environment is required.
• Interest in orthotic or prosthetic fabrication and in high‑quality products.
• Ability to work with precise craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, modification, servicing and repair of custom‑made medical devices.
• Collaborate with team to solve problems and improve processes.
• Develop new skills and maintain high-quality standards within the orthotics service.

Skills

Technical fabrication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

CAD/CAM

Thermoplastic fabrication

Plaster rectification

Job description

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthotic Technician to join the King’s Mill Hospital facility in Sutton in Ashfield. The role focuses on manufacturing and maintaining bespoke orthotic devices to improve patient outcomes.

The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive team and work on bespoke medical devices in a purpose-built facility. Experience in a technical or manufacturing setting is desirable, with training available.