Job Overview
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Orthopaedic Practitioner to join a multidisciplinary team, specialising in casting, bracing and splinting techniques. The successful candidate will hold the British Orthopaedic Association Casting Certificate and demonstrate the ability to work autonomously, delivering high standards of care through expert assessment, treatment planning and clinical decision‑making. Independent practice is required, delivering safe and effective care across both adult and paediatric services.
Key Responsibilities
* Work with all members of the Orthopaedic Department clinical team, maintaining high standards of patient care under the direction of the Department Lead.
* Apply, maintain and remove a wide range of casts, splints and braces in orthopaedic outpatient and acute trauma settings.
* Support paediatric and adult patients across multiple departments such as Emergency, Theatres, Wards and Therapy Services.
* Perform specialist procedures including K‑wire insertion and removal, suture removal and manipulation.
* Demonstrate sound clinical judgement and independently manage assessment, planning and implementation of care.
* Maintain competency in all aspects of casting and cast care, including aseptic techniques and wound management.
* Teach and demonstrate the safe and effective use of equipment to colleagues.
* Provide professional advice on casting techniques as required and keep current with information from other health‑care professionals.
* Manage the department environment and staffing, taking responsibility for patient flow through the department.
* Effectively assess and delegate workload according to staff competencies to meet patient needs.
* Liaise with the PALS service on patient care issues.
* Comply with the complaints procedure of the Trust.
Qualifications & Experience
* British Orthopaedic Association Casting Certificate.
* Experience in orthopaedic outpatient and acute trauma settings, supporting both paediatric and adult patients.
* Demonstrated competence in the application, maintenance and removal of orthopaedic appliances, slings, splints and braces.
* Evidence of competency in aseptic techniques, wound dressings and removal of sutures and staples.
* Ability to teach and demonstrate appropriate use of cast‑equipment to others.
* Proficiency in IT and effective communication skills.
* Commitment to work within the limits of competence and in accordance with the BOA Code of Professional Conduct.
Benefits & Working Conditions
* Flexible working hours.
* Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service.
* Multi‑faith prayer room.
* Discounted gym memberships.
* Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement.
* Wagestream – access up to 40% of pay as you earn it.
* Free park & ride service direct to the NNUH site.
* Free 24‑hour confidential counselling support.
* On‑site nursery.
* On‑site cafés offering staff discounts.
* Support in career development.
* Flexible staff bank.
* Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics.
Additional Information
This advertised position does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa and the Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship.
This advert closes on Saturday 2 May 2026.
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