Are you passionate about Orthopaedic and Trauma care?A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen within our dept.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and confident individual who has excellent clinical and communication skills to join our team of Orthopaedic Practitioners here at Raigmore Hospital in the Plaster Room as a band 6 (30hrs)for 12 months.
This is an ideal secondment opportunity.
Ideally candidates would hold a British Casting Certificate from the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) but this is not essential.
Candidates working as a Staff Nurse in an Emergency Dept., Minor Injuries unit, Orthopaedic ward /theatre or an MSK Physiotherapist, will gladly be considered as training can be given in post.
The team treats patients of all ages, referred from the Emergency Dept., Outpatient clinic and inpatient ward settings.
The main aspects of the job involves application and removal of casts in different materials, application of specialised splints and braces, some Orthotic devices, wound care/management and Patient education.
We are seeking an individual who is dynamic, patient centred, hardworking, values teamwork and can work autonomously with excellent time management, good interpersonal skills, actively involved in education/development of self and others in relation to Orthopaedic care.
For further information and enquiries please contact Orthopaedic Practitioner Catherine Kraisy ) on /4294, or ED SCN Heather Johnstone NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.
The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care