Orthopaedic Practitioner
The closing date is 18 January 2026
Job summary
Working as an integral part of the orthopaedic multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will be responsible for providing skills in all aspects of casting, splinting and bracing, working to deliver a high standard of patient care.
The post holder will learn multiple casting techniques with a variety of materials. Using evidence-based knowledge to assess the individual needs of the patient the post holder will be expected to work under direct and indirect supervision from senior members of the team to make appropriate clinical decisions.
The post holder will be expected to do wound review, removal of sutures, removal of skin clips, removal of K wire, doing Finger Traps and assisting Orthopaedic Surgeons in Manipulation of fractures
The post holder is expected to support with Virtual Fracture Clinic in delivering patient care.
The post holder will be expected to provide high quality technical and professional support in other clinical areas such as Emergency Department, Theatres and Ward areas. This role requires working with patients of all ages.
Main duties of the job
For further information, please see the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
About us
We are a leading local employer with a diverse workforce of approximately 6,000 staff, dedicated to providing healthcare services to a growing population of around 780,000 individuals.
Our Trust provides both emergency and planned healthcare across East Surrey, North-East West Sussex, and South Croydon - covering towns like Crawley, Horsham, Reigate, and Redhill. Our main hospital, East Surrey in Redhill, offers a full range of acute and specialist services and is also the closest trauma unit to Gatwick Airport. We also provide outpatient, diagnostic, and planned care services at sites including The Earlswood Centre, Caterham Dene Hospital, Oxted Health Centre, Crawley Hospital, and Horsham Hospital.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, and we work hard to create an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. At our Trust, we strive to be the best place to work and receive care. We are dedicated to supporting you in your current role while helping you grow and develop your career. As part of our team, you will have access to excellent training opportunities, flexible working, dedicated support networks, and a strong emphasis on health and wellbeing to ensure a thriving and positive work environment.
Details
Date posted
05 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year plus high cost allowance
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
326-7677752-MH
Job locations
Trauma & Orthopaedic Outpatient/ Fracture Clinic
Surrey & Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Canada Drive, Redhill, Surrey
RH1 5RH
Employer details
Employer name
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Trauma & Orthopaedic Outpatient/ Fracture Clinic
Surrey & Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Canada Drive, Redhill, Surrey
RH1 5RH
Employer's website
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