Part-Time Orthopaedic Plaster Technician | Casting Expert

Manchester University Nhs Foundation Trust; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Band 5 Orthopaedic Plaster Technician role at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist plastering, casting and immobilisation support within Fracture Clinic. You will assess, apply, modify and remove casts and splints, working autonomously within Trust policies to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.

You will help improve clinic capacity and flow by delivering expert plastering services, educating patients and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths and English or equivalent.
• BOA Casting Certificate or equivalent orthopaedic casting qualification.
• Evidence of CPD in trauma and orthopaedics.
• Evidence of competency in the application, adjustment and removal of orthopaedic casts, splints and related devices.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist plastering, casting and immobilisation service in Fracture Clinic.
• Assess skin integrity and neurovascular status before/after cast application.
• Support clinic capacity and patient flow by delivering expert plastering services and supporting the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Plastering knowledge

Casting expertise

Autonomous working

Effective communication

Patient education

Education

GCSE maths & English

BOA Casting Certificate

Job description

The Band 5 Orthopaedic Plaster Technician role at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist plastering, casting and immobilisation support within Fracture Clinic. You will assess, apply, modify and remove casts and splints, working autonomously within Trust policies to ensure patient safety and effective treatment.

You will help improve clinic capacity and flow by delivering expert plastering services, educating patients and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering