Plaster / Orthopaedic Technician

Plaster / Orthopaedic Technician

Fracture Clinic at Wythenshawe Hospital, part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust are currently looking to recruit a Band 5 Plaster Technician to our team. Join our team where you’ll have the opportunity to care for patients requiring a number of orthopaedic treatments.

We are looking for a Plaster Technician who is compassionate and caring with an ability to focus on the delivery of high calibre patient centred 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.

The post holder will lead on the provision of the orthopaedic technical service for Wythenshawe Hospital 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 and will be required to provide cross site cover involving Trafford General and Wythenshawe Hospital during periods of service need.

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) join a strong team delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Your journey at MFT is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Contact

For further details / informal visits contact :

Name : Lindsey Wood

Job title : Nurse Department Manager

Email address : lindsey.wood@mft.nhs.uk

Telephone number : 01612914898

For an informal discussion or visit please contact Lindsey Wood, Department Manager on 0161 291 4898, or email lindsey.wood@mft.nhs.uk, or Sister Simi Joseph on 0161 291 6142, email simi.joseph@mft.nhs.uk.

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