Orthopaedic Technician
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity is now available in our busy Plaster Room in the Orthopaedic Outpatient Department at the Brighton & Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust. Cross site cover is a component of the role, as the Departments are located at both the Royal Sussex County Hospital and the Sussex Orthopaedic Treatment Centre in Haywards Heath.
The post is a Band 5 position but we welcome applications from newly qualified or early career Orthopaedic Technicians, as this post is suitable as a Band 4 developmental role. Support and training would be provided to help the successful candidate obtain achievement of the Band 5 competencies, and upon this you will obtain a Band 5. We envisage this could be achieved within a six to twelve month time frame.
The individual needs to be enthusiastic, motivated and proactive. We embrace innovative thinking and are constantly looking at new ways to improve our service.
The candidate must be in possession of the accredited British Orthopaedic Casting Certificate (BCC) qualification, and be able to demonstrate evidence of ongoing personal development.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to provide a comprehensive service to the Adult Fracture and Outpatient Clinics, along with Paediatric Clinics and the Orthopaedic Wards. Experience of working with diabetic/podiatry patients, in terms of the application of total contact casts is essential.
You will be involved in all aspects of care of patients in plaster and will able to apply and remove a wide range of plaster /synthetic casts and orthotics without direct supervision.
The applicant must be familiar with aseptic techniques and able to clean and dress simple wounds and remove sutures, staples along with kirchner wires.
Candidates must have the ability to communicate effectively within our multidisciplinary team and also with our diverse local population .The applicant must be a skilled, confident caring individual. It is essential to be a team player, and committed to delivering a high standard of patient care.
The post holder will be expected to be flexible and have a "can do" attitude in ensuring the work of the department is carried out to a high standard.
On occasions it may be necessary for the individual to stay late in the department, this enables us to cover our clinical activity and is for the benefit of the patient, and the needs of our service. In return we allow the accumulated hours to be taken back at a convenient time.
About us
AtUHSussexwe're proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of theUK's largest acute Trusts, we're a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Improving lives:We are a vibrant and inclusive organisation, with hardworking, talented and dedicated individuals, who work together towards a common goal, to always put ourPatient First.Our mission is summed up by our 'where better never stops' motto and no matter the role atUHSussex, you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourwellbeing programmefor staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need itbecausewe know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
Build a career with us:As a University Trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosingUHSussexyou are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that youdo.
Details
Date posted
05 December 2023
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
279-5808787-DEC23
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
Employer's website
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