Orthopaedic Technician

Job Overview

The Division of Surgery – BHRUT NHS is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Orthopaedic Technician to join our team. As a key member of our Trauma and Orthopaedic Department, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to patients requiring application of casts and splints.

Main Responsibilities

As an Orthopaedic Technician, you will be responsible for:

• Providing direct and indirect care to patients in the Fracture/Orthopaedic/Paediatric Clinics, Wards/Theatres, and other areas of the Trust.
• Working as part of a team of technicians to deliver a high-quality service to Trauma and Orthopaedics, A&E, UCC, Wards, Theatres, and other departments across the Trust.
• Carrying out duties deemed necessary by the Lead/Senior technician to ensure adequate provision of service.
• Providing a compassionate and caring approach to patient care, with a focus on delivering exceptional outcomes.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A British Orthopaedic Association Casting Certificate.
• Literacy, Numeracy, and ICT GCSE A-C or equivalent.
• Experience in all plastering techniques and possession of the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Casting Certificate.
• A broad theoretical and practical knowledge base to deliver exceptional care to patients requiring application of casts and splints.

Working for the Division of Surgery – BHRUT NHS

We provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs and offer a range of services, including emergency departments, outpatient services, and specialist neurosciences services. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality care to our patients, and we are seeking a skilled and experienced Orthopaedic Technician to join our team.