Plaster Technician - Band 5 - Dorset

Reference: 3409373312_1748526884

Band 5 Plaster Technician
Location: Dorset County Hospital
Department: Orthopaedics Outpatient Department (ORTHOPAEDICS OPD)
Directorate: Family Services & Surgical (AHP)
Contract Type: Locum/Agency
Band: 5 - 20 an hour Umbrella equivalent
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing (subject to extension)
Working Hours: Full-time preferred (part-time may be considered)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Band 5 Plaster Technician to join the Orthopaedics OPD team at Dorset County Hospital. The postholder will be responsible for the application, removal, and maintenance of a wide range of casts, splints, and orthopaedic appliances for both adults and children. This is a patient-facing role requiring technical proficiency and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
Apply a variety of plaster casts, synthetic casts, splints, and other orthopaedic devices in accordance with consultant and clinical staff instructions

Safely remove casts and ensure skin integrity post-removal

Monitor and maintain stock levels of casting materials and ensure equipment is clean and safe

Provide support to clinicians during orthopaedic clinics

Offer advice and reassurance to patients regarding their care and the application/removal of devices

Ensure accurate clinical documentation is maintained

Adhere to trust infection control and safety procedures

Essential Requirements:
Experience working as a Plaster Technician in an NHS or similar healthcare setting

Proficiency in application/removal of both plaster of Paris and synthetic casts

Awareness of infection control, skin integrity, and cast care

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable:
Relevant plaster technician qualification or in-house plaster training certificate

Experience in trauma and elective orthopaedic settings

Previous experience in a Band 5 role

Compliance Requirements:
Full right to work in the UK

Enhanced DBS (on the update service preferred)

Occupational Health Clearance

Completion of the Agency Worker Checklist (DRS 2021)

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.

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£20.00 - £20.00
Per hour
Up to GBP20.00 per hour

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Added 29/05/2025
Reference: 3409373312_1748526884

Plaster Technician - Band 5 - Dorset

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