Orthopaedic Practitioner

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

The closing date is 24 September 2024

Job summary

Are you an orthopaedic practitioner or working in orthopaedics with a flare for treating patients in our busy plaster rooms? We have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our team. We are looking for a keen plaster technician/orthopaedic practitioner to join our team.

The post holder will routinely work across site when required, supporting the Wycombe and Stoke plaster room

Main duties of the job

Act at all times in accordance with the British Orthopaedic Association Code of Conduct within the principles of the scope of Professional Practice.
To provide an acute casting service dealing with traumatised patients within the A&E Department applying back slabs - full casts.
To assist in the application of specialise casting/splinting, for the National Spinal Injuries Centre in the treatment of paralysed patients.
Maintain absolute confidentiality in respect of all medical and nursing records and also interpersonal issues with colleagues.
To routinely apply casts using plaster of paris, synthetic casting tape and thermo plastics. Complex applications may include tibia, humeral, cast/dynamic bracing also the removable of cast. It is required to apply functional bracing, tiptoe walkers and hip spikers for paediatrics.
To routinely fit orthopaedic appliances e.g. wrist splints, knee and elbow braces, spinal bracing, collars and below knee walkers etc.
To undertake the removal of sutures, apply simple dressings when necessary.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Date posted

10 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience dependant on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

434-SCC6570658

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville

Mandeville road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

British Orthopaedic Association certificate in plaster techniques

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Evidence of further continued professional development

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team in English
Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
Ability to work within a team and independently

Desirable

Knowledge of up to date nursing and NHS issues
Knowledge of evidence informed and research-based practice
Computer Literate
Good time management skills

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Essential

British Orthopaedic Association certificate in plaster techniques

EXPERIENCE

Essential

Evidence of further continued professional development

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

Ability to communicate clearly with patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team in English
Ability to write clearly and legibly in English
Ability to work within a team and independently

Desirable

Knowledge of up to date nursing and NHS issues
Knowledge of evidence informed and research-based practice
Computer Literate
Good time management 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.