An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Orthopaedic Practitioners to join our expanding team. The post holder will be expected, as part of the team, to provide a high quality service to the Fracture / Outpatient clinics, wards, theatres and Accident & Emergency Department. The post is open to applicants who have completed and obtained the nationally recognised qualification in British Orthopaedic Casting and are currently working as plaster technicians.
The applicants will work across all hospital sites James Cook University Hospital, Friarage Hospital and the community hospitals, providing care to both adults and children.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, skilled, confident, caring, team players and committed to delivering a high standard of patient care.
Main duties of the job To apply and remove plaster casts in line with British Casting Standards, ensuring the efficient running of the Plaster room. Work with the Orthopaedic Consultants and multi-disciplinary team in providing high standard Plaster casts and removals. Provide training and support to the multi-disciplinary team and trainee Plaster Technicians.
Trauma Outpatients is a busy department with a footfall of approximately 100 patients per day attending appointments. The team is comprised of nursing staff, Health Care Assistants, and within the Plaster room there is a team of Senior Orthopaedic Practitioners and Plaster technicians.
About us Leadership and Improvement Training South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
Your Leadership Impact Leading Your Team to Success Service Improvement for Beginners Developing your Service Improvement Skills
The leadership and improvement programme aims to: Explore leadership within the NHS Promote Trust values and behaviours Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Essential Substantial experience in Orthopaedic Casting and Application experience Substantial knowledge in Anatomy and understanding of the human body in relation to fractures and healing processes Audit and development of services awareness/input Extensive knowledge and awareness of Anatomy and plaster application practices
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Qualification as an experienced orthopaedic casting practitioner BOA certified
EXPERIENCE Essential Plan and organise own work load, work is managed rather than supervised. Communicate with other departments regarding treatment options and provide guidance and advice on various casting, splinting issues and complications.
Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The applicants will work across all hospital sites James Cook University Hospital, Friarage Hospital and the community hospitals, providing care to both adults and children.
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, skilled, confident, caring, team players and committed to delivering a high standard of patient care.
Main duties of the job To apply and remove plaster casts in line with British Casting Standards, ensuring the efficient running of the Plaster room. Work with the Orthopaedic Consultants and multi-disciplinary team in providing high standard Plaster casts and removals. Provide training and support to the multi-disciplinary team and trainee Plaster Technicians.
Trauma Outpatients is a busy department with a footfall of approximately 100 patients per day attending appointments. The team is comprised of nursing staff, Health Care Assistants, and within the Plaster room there is a team of Senior Orthopaedic Practitioners and Plaster technicians.
About us Leadership and Improvement Training South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions:
Your Leadership Impact Leading Your Team to Success Service Improvement for Beginners Developing your Service Improvement Skills
The leadership and improvement programme aims to: Explore leadership within the NHS Promote Trust values and behaviours Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role.
After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role.
Person Specification KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Essential Substantial experience in Orthopaedic Casting and Application experience Substantial knowledge in Anatomy and understanding of the human body in relation to fractures and healing processes Audit and development of services awareness/input Extensive knowledge and awareness of Anatomy and plaster application practices
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Qualification as an experienced orthopaedic casting practitioner BOA certified
EXPERIENCE Essential Plan and organise own work load, work is managed rather than supervised. Communicate with other departments regarding treatment options and provide guidance and advice on various casting, splinting issues and complications.
Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
