Orthopaedic Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Bristol, United Kingdom University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust Full time

An opportunity has arisen for a full time Vacancy ( 37.5 hours over 7 days) motivated orthopaedic practitioner in the fracture and elective orthopaedic outpatient department

The applicant will need excellent communication skills. The role includes; working with patients in both the outpatient and inpatient setting across the Adult and Children's services at the Bristol Royal Infirmary and Bristol Children's Hospital at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust.

In order to undertake this role you must hold the British Orthopaedic Association casting qualification and have registration with the Association of Orthopaedic Practitioners.

You must be able to demonstrate a high level of skill and expertise in casting, splinting and bracing techniques, have an in depth understanding about the care of the patients with plaster casts; orthotic appliances and be fully aware of the complications associated with them.

We are seeking a dynamic, patient centred, hardworking and enthusiastic individual, you should be able to work autonomously with excellent time management, organisational and interpersonal skills.

The starting salary will depend on experience and competence in Adult and Children's outpatients theatre and emergency department.

To participate in the assessment, planning and evaluation of care for the patient who is requiring casting or splinting referring to the clinician as required.

Assess different initial conditions and provide advice to clinicians on appropriate course of action and materials to be used.

Obtains informed consent from patients when carrying out programmes of care.

Promptly alerts the nurse in charge of any issues or risks within the clinical setting.

To provide expert specialist technical support and advice, and a casting service for the Trust. This will cover Fracture and elective clinics, Theatre, Wards and Emergency Departments across adult and children services

To use evidence based practice to assess, develop and implement care

Identify individual patient problems and prioritise care.

Carry out appropriate aspects of care, including dressings, suture/clip removals and K wire removal.

For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Previous applicants need not apply.

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