Paediatric Orthopaedic Plaster Technician

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthopaedic Practitioner (Plaster Technician) to join the Fracture Clinic team. The role involves casting, splinting and maintaining a plaster room across inpatients, outpatients and theatre settings.

You will assess and apply casts, remove and maintain plaster devices, and provide patient-focused aftercare guidance to children and their families, while supporting the multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• BOA/RCN AOT Diploma in Casting Techniques or BCC or equivalent
• GCSE A-C/4-9 including English and Maths
• Evidence of CPD in trauma, paediatrics or orthopaedic practice
• Paediatric-specific training or qualifications

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the day-to-day running of the Plaster Room in the Fracture Clinic with the Plaster Technician Team.
• Provide evidence-based aftercare advice to children, young people and families.
• Maintain stock levels and a clean, safe working environment following Trust policies.
• Deliver planned care as directed by a registered practitioner and report care to supervising staff.
• Support MDT in fracture clinic and theatre settings to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Casting techniques

Paediatric care

Clinical assessment

Job description

Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Orthopaedic Practitioner (Plaster Technician) to join the Fracture Clinic team. The role involves casting, splinting and maintaining a plaster room across inpatients, outpatients and theatre settings.

You will assess and apply casts, remove and maintain plaster devices, and provide patient-focused aftercare guidance to children and their families, while supporting the multidisciplinary team.