Paediatric Orthotic Tech – Create Life-Changing Devices

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Study bursaries / learning & dev't

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Band 5 Rehabilitation Technician to join the Paediatric Orthotic Service at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow. Applications are welcomed from experienced candidates and trainees with practical aptitude in orthotics or related technical environments.

Permanent, full-time, with early/late shift patterns. PVG clearance required for working with children. NHS benefits include generous leave, pension, and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Appropriate HNC qualification or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Technical knowledge and practical skills relevant to orthotics, rehabilitation engineering, or a related environment.
• Ability to provide specialist technical support and expertise.
• Strong organisational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled technical expertise in the manufacture of a comprehensive range of highly specialist Paediatric Orthotic Devices.
• Work closely with Paediatric Orthotists to support patients with varied and highly complex needs.
• Manufacture, fabricate, maintain and repair orthoses to agreed quality standards and service timescales.
• Assess, maintain, adapt and supply short-term loan wheelchairs within Glasgow's Children’s Hospital.
• Manage orthotic componentry and maintain stock control systems.
• Order materials and components as required.
• Contribute effectively to team working, service development and innovation.
• Support the delivery of a high-quality paediatric orthotic and wheelchair service.

Skills

Orthotics

Rehabilitation engineering

Technical knowledge

Teamwork

Education

HNC or equivalent

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking a Band 5 Rehabilitation Technician to join the Paediatric Orthotic Service at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow. Applications are welcomed from experienced candidates and trainees with practical aptitude in orthotics or related technical environments.

Permanent, full-time, with early/late shift patterns. PVG clearance required for working with children. NHS benefits include generous leave, pension, and learning opportunities.