Orthopaedic Practitioner

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).

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 aspect of the job involves the application and removal of casts in different materials, application of specialised splints and braces, some Orthotic devices, wound care/management, and patient education. Candidates will also be required to participate in running our Virtual Fracture Clinic review service and helpline.

To summarize, we are seeking an individual who is dynamic, patient-centred, hardworking, values teamwork, and can work autonomously with excellent time management, good interpersonal skills, and is actively involved in education/development of self and others in relation to Orthopaedic care.

For further information and enquiries please contact Orthopaedic Practitioner Lisa Kenley () or Catherine Kraisy () on /4294, or ED SCN Heather Johnstone .

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NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part-time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37-hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.