Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a a trainee plaster technician
to join an established team covering services across three main sites,
supporting a comprehensive range of orthopaedic and trauma speciality clinics.
The post holder will be accountable for all aspects of care
requiring plaster casts/splints/braces whilst under the supervision of
qualified staff.
To undertake and participate in statutory training and in
service programme.
To participate in annual personal review being consistent of
service needs.
To undertake British Orthopaedic Association Casting Course
after a minimum of twelve months experience in the Plaster Room
Please be aware The British Orthopaedic Association Casting
Course is held in London +/or Bradford. Qualification can be achieved via two
training routes, a day release over a six month period in Bradford or a six
week residential course in London. All final exams are held in London.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will work closely with qualified
Plaster Technicians to carry out prescribed treatments while demonstrating
evidence based practice and complying with the British Orthopaedic Association
guidelines.
Trainees will also learn in-depth anatomy and physiology to
ensure safe and effective practice.
Trainees will be accountable for providing
casting and splinting support within clinics as requested, while also giving
support and advice to the patient and carers to enable optimum treatment and
enable self care.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
From April 1 2024 we are unable to offer sponsorship for healthcare roles that do not meet the minimum salary, If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trainees will work within their own limitations and
contribute to the smooth and effective running of the Plaster Room. Trainees will work under the direct
supervision of the management team and work in compliance with local policies
and procedures.
Workload will be allocated from clinics, Accident and
Emergency and theatres and the extent of this will differ daily. Therefore it is important to be able to
manage a caseload of patients, while ensuring effective and efficient
utilisation of resources.
This role involves working across three sites to cover the
needs and demands of the service therefore a degree of flexibility is required.
Communication is an integral part of this role.
Complex information
will be received from Consultants and communicating with patients by providing
advice pertaining to their fracture and casting management and to enable them
to manage their own care needs.
Documentation is paramount within this role,
therefore interpreting and recording information accurately into patient notes
to ensure the correct care is given and acted upon on in future is important as
well as a knowledge of the IT systems
Job description
Job responsibilities
Trainees will work within their own limitations and
contribute to the smooth and effective running of the Plaster Room. Trainees will work under the direct
supervision of the management team and work in compliance with local policies
and procedures.
Workload will be allocated from clinics, Accident and
Emergency and theatres and the extent of this will differ daily. Therefore it is important to be able to
manage a caseload of patients, while ensuring effective and efficient
utilisation of resources.
This role involves working across three sites to cover the
needs and demands of the service therefore a degree of flexibility is required.
Communication is an integral part of this role.
Complex information
will be received from Consultants and communicating with patients by providing
advice pertaining to their fracture and casting management and to enable them
to manage their own care needs.
Documentation is paramount within this role,
therefore interpreting and recording information accurately into patient notes
to ensure the correct care is given and acted upon on in future is important as
well as a knowledge of the IT systems
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Level / NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Knowledge / experience of Orthopaedics and Trauma
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience within the hospital care sector
Desirable
- Experience within Trauma and Orthopaedics and/or A&E minor injuries
Special Requirements
Essential
- Capacity to work as a productive team member.
- Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Articulate, with interpersonal skills
- Able to make informed decisions and act on own limitations
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations and work to a high standard when under pressure
- Ability to apply learning to practice
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
- To support other staff and recognise where support is needed
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Demonstrate skills in academic study
- Familiar with Trust IT systems and/or good computer skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Level / NVQ level 3 qualification or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and experience
Desirable
- Knowledge / experience of Orthopaedics and Trauma
Experience
Essential
- Broad experience within the hospital care sector
Desirable
- Experience within Trauma and Orthopaedics and/or A&E minor injuries
Special Requirements
Essential
- Capacity to work as a productive team member.
- Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the service
- Articulate, with interpersonal skills
- Able to make informed decisions and act on own limitations
- Ability to keep calm in stressful situations and work to a high standard when under pressure
- Ability to apply learning to practice
- Adaptable to change
Desirable
- To support other staff and recognise where support is needed
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Evidence of continued professional development
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Demonstrate skills in academic study
- Familiar with Trust IT systems and/or good computer skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
