Main area Orthopaedics Grade NHS AfC: Band 3 Contract Permanent: Start at a Band 3 Trainee Orthopaedic Technician and Transfer to Band 4 once qualification gained Hours Full time – 37.5 hours per week Job ref 331-7852920-UHMB-A
Site Furness General Hospital Town Barrow in Furness Salary £25,760 – £27,476 Per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 03/08/2026 23:59
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University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay has a firm commitment to strengthening the diversity of our workforce, and therefore welcome and encourage applications from like‑minded people who can support our ambition to become effortlessly inclusive. We are particularly keen to hear from protected groups – including BAME, LGBT+ and people with a disability.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our small, friendly team within the Plaster Room as a Trainee Orthopaedic Technician. The successful candidate will work as part of a specialist team providing high quality orthopaedic technical support to fracture clinics, orthopaedic theatres and the Emergency Department. The role involves assisting with the application and removal of casts and splints, supporting clinicians during fracture clinic procedures and helping to ensure patients receive safe and effective immobilisation following injury or surgery.
This is a development post. The successful candidate will be appointed at Band 3 as a trainee and will be supported to complete the recognised casting qualification through the British Orthopaedic Association Casting Certificate.
On successful completion of the qualification and competency framework, the post holder will progress to Band 4 Orthopaedic Technician.
Full training will be provided; however, experience working in a healthcare setting and an interest in trauma and orthopaedics would be advantageous. The plaster room supports a busy trauma service and the successful candidate must be able to work flexibly to support fracture clinics, theatre lists and Emergency Department activity.
If you are motivated, enthusiastic and interested in developing specialist skills within orthopaedics, we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will undertake a structured in‑house training programme over a period of approximately 12 months to develop the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required in orthopaedic casting and bracing techniques. This training will prepare the post holder to enrol on one of the nationally recognised courses leading to the British Casting Certificate, with the overall aim of successfully completing the examination and becoming a qualified Orthopaedic Practitioner.
Under supervision, the post holder will assist in delivering a comprehensive Orthopaedic Casting and Bracing service to patients attending Fracture and Orthopaedic Clinics, inpatient wards, Theatres, Podiatry, Physiotherapy and the Emergency Department (ED).
The post holder will support qualified Orthopaedic Technicians and the wider multidisciplinary team in the application and removal of casts and splints, preparation of equipment and materials, and ensuring patients receive safe and effective immobilisation as part of their treatment.
Once an appropriate level of theoretical knowledge and clinical competence has been achieved, and subject to successful completion of the required competencies, the post holder will participate in late shifts and weekend working, initially under supervision, to support service delivery.
Training and Development
The post holder will undertake a structured in‑house training programme over approximately 12 months to develop theoretical knowledge and practical skills in orthopaedic casting and bracing techniques.
This training will prepare the post holder to enrol on one of the nationally recognised courses leading to the British Casting Certificate awarded through the British Orthopaedic Association. The aim is for the post holder to successfully complete the course and examination and progress to a qualified Orthopaedic Technician role.
The post holder will:
- Participate in supervised clinical practice to develop competence in casting and splinting techniques
- Maintain a portfolio of competencies and training records
- Attend relevant study days and training sessions
- Demonstrate continuous professional development in line with departmental requirements
Clinical Duties
Under supervision, the post holder will:
- Assist in the application, removal and adjustment of casts, splints and braces
- Prepare materials and equipment required for orthopaedic casting procedures
- Assist clinicians during fracture clinics and orthopaedic procedures
- Provide reassurance and clear information to patients undergoing casting procedures
- Assist with the safe handling and positioning of patients during treatment
- Observe and report any concerns regarding circulation, skin integrity or patient discomfort following immobilisation
- Maintain safe infection prevention and control practices within the plaster room
Service Delivery
The post holder will support the delivery of an Orthopaedic Casting and Bracing service across a range of clinical areas including:
- Fracture and Orthopaedic Clinics
- Orthopaedic Theatres
- Emergency Department
- Podiatry and Physiotherapy departments where appropriate
The role will contribute to the smooth running of clinics by ensuring equipment, materials and clinical areas are prepared and maintained to a high standard.
Team Working
The post holder will work closely with Orthopaedic Consultants, Nursing staff, Orthopaedic Technicians and the wider multidisciplinary team to support patient care.
They will:
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and patients
- Work collaboratively to ensure efficient patient flow through fracture clinics
- Support the overall functioning of the plaster room service
Service Support Duties
The post holder will:
- Maintain stock levels of plaster room materials and equipment
- Ensure the plaster room environment is clean, safe and organised
- Assist with ordering supplies and monitoring stock usage
- Ensure equipment is maintained and faults reported appropriately
Working Pattern
Once the required competencies have been achieved and a satisfactory level of theoretical knowledge and clinical practice demonstrated, the post holder will participate in late shifts and weekend working, initially under supervision, in order to support service delivery.
Person specification
Experience
- Experience in care / clinical / public‑facing role
- Experience interacting with patients or public
- Experience in plaster room / orthopaedics
- Willingness or exposure to manual handling / physical work
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
- Clear communication (written application quality + examples)
- Ability to anticipate patient needs / support clinicians
- Understanding of hygiene / infection control
- Ability to follow instruction & escalat a concerns
- Ability to work independently / use initiative
- Understanding of confidentiality
Personal Qualities
- Caring and patient‑focused
- Adaptable and flexible
- Motivated / enthusiastic
- Professional (approachable, diplomatic)
Qualifications
- Good standard of general education
- Willing to work towards BOA qualification
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to Equal Opportunities and aim to be EffortlesslyInclusive.
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