Plaster Technician

We are looking for an experienced Plaster Technician to provide casting services in our Outpatient Department and Wards across the Trust. The role demands a proactive and compassionate approach, prioritising both technical expertise and patient well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive clinical skills including assessments, treatment implementation and review.
• Provide advice, products and appliances to patients independently, in accordance with professional training and scope of practice.
• Apply and remove technical and specialist plastering, splinting and bracing under the prescribing clinician’s instructions, seeking advice from clinical staff when appropriate.
• Assist the service manager in running the plaster room.
• Maintain and prepare specialist equipment, monitor and manage stock to reduce waste and increase financial efficiency.
• Ensure a consistent level of patient care, remain informed about patient health and support health‑care education.
• Provide education on casting and splintage, and offer thorough after‑care guidance, addressing patient concerns in person or via telephone.
• Participate in product evaluation, comparing costs, functionality and fitness for purpose to ensure best practices and treatment protocols.
• Support the development and implementation of new and improved service policies and procedures within the scope of practice.
• Demonstrate clinical competence in performing a range of full casts using plaster of Paris and synthetic materials.
• Fit appliances such as wrist braces, knee braces and specialist walker boots.
• Maintain specialist knowledge in orthopaedic outpatient clinics, rheumatology clinics, diabetic foot services and casting techniques.
• Assist the Departmental Manager with providing clinical and professional advice, expertise and support, and monitoring performance.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients.
• Record skin assessments before and after casting, and escalates concerns to the registered nurse if required.
• Maintain clear and accurate patient records and documentation.
• Communicate electronically and verbally with multidisciplinary team members to ensure effective coordination.
• Undertake safe manual handling for clinical interventions and exert moderate physical effort for periods.

Qualifications & Experience

• BOA Casting Certificate (or expectation to complete upon appointment if not held).
• Member of British Orthopaedic Association and/or Association of Orthopaedic Technicians.
• Maintains a professional portfolio.
• Previous study of anatomy and physiology.
• Evidence of recent clinical skills and competency, and proficiency in a variety of casting materials and equipment.
• Demonstrated experience in fitting wrist braces, knee braces and specialist walker boots.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and work under pressure.
• Effective written, verbal and electronic communication skills in English.
• Capacity to undertake safe manual handling for clinical interventions and moderate physical effort.
• Completion of a Disclosure and Barring Service check and compliance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

Disclosures and Checks

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure & Barring Service check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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