Plaster/Orthopaedic Technician

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a compassionate Plaster Technician to support the orthopaedic technical service across multiple sites. The successful candidate will assess and implement care using various casting materials while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for patients. The role requires a commitment to high-quality patient care and the ability to motivate and support the team in delivering exceptional service. This position offers clear pathways for professional development and the chance to make a lasting impact in healthcare.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Contribution to high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• Experience in providing patient-centered care in a technical service setting.
• Wide range of skills associated with casting materials and splint application.
• Experience in maintaining health and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the orthopaedic technical service at multiple sites.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients.
• Provide leadership and maintain a safe environment in the plaster room.

Skills

Compassionate and caring

Ability to motivate and inspire

Calm and diplomatic approach

Commitment to high-quality care

Job description

The post holder will support on the provision of the orthopaedic technical service for Manchester Royal Infirmary with cross site working at Trafford General Hospital. This would include the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients requiring a variety of casting materials and splint application. The post holder will possess a wide range of skills and knowledge associated with this area of practice autonomously as well as providing leadership within the plaster room. The post holder will provide expert support and guidance to other relevant professionals, departments and services. The post holder is responsible for ensuring the plaster room is a safe and welcoming environment for both adults and young people while maintaining adequate health and safety requirements associated with practice. The post holder is expected to have a flexible approach.

We are looking for a Plaster Technician who is compassionate and caring with an ability to focus on the delivery of high caliber patient centered care. To join us, you should have the ability to motivate, inspire and support each other while providing fantastic care to our patients, who are at the heart of all we do. A calm, diplomatic and caring approach and a commitment to provide high quality, safe and effective care is essential.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement. Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions. Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.