Overview of Plaster Technicians and Orthopaedic Practitioners

At MedicsPro, we excel in connecting plaster technicians and orthopaedic practitioners with both locum and permanent positions across diverse healthcare settings. Our clinician-led approach ensures that we understand the unique needs of healthcare professionals, enabling us to offer a range of exclusive opportunities. We provide:

• Preferred Supply Status: Access to roles with numerous NHS and private healthcare providers.
• Wide Range of Opportunities: Positions available across the UK and Ireland.
• Dedicated Support: A compliance officer to assist with your needs.
• Referral Scheme: A market-leading refer-a-friend program.
• Weekly Payroll: Reliable and timely payment.
• Expert Guidance: Consultative support to help you find the right role.

Our roles encompass various specialities and settings, ensuring you find a position that aligns with your career aspirations and professional goals.

What is a Plaster Technician?

Plaster technicians play a critical role in orthopaedics, going beyond just the application of plaster casts. This specialized role involves the comprehensive management of fractures and musculoskeletal injuries through immobilization techniques. Plaster technicians are involved in both routine and emergency care settings, ensuring that casts are applied correctly and that patients receive the necessary follow-up care.

Plaster technicians may be required to:

• Apply and Remove Casts: Skillfully apply and remove plaster or synthetic casts to immobilize injured limbs or fractures, ensuring proper alignment and support.
• Monitor and Assess: Regularly check the condition of casts and the patient’s limb, assessing for issues such as pressure sores or swelling.
• Educate and Support: Provide guidance to patients on cast care, including how to keep the cast clean and dry, and recognize signs of complications.
• Collaborate: Work with orthopaedic surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and successful treatment outcomes.

Qualifications for Plaster Technicians

To become a plaster technician, one typically needs to have:

• Formal Training: Completion of a specialized course or apprenticeship in plastering techniques, often including hands-on experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in the application and removal of various types of casts, including plaster and synthetic materials.
• Knowledge: Understanding of musculoskeletal anatomy and the principles of immobilization and fracture management.
• Patient Interaction: Strong communication skills to educate and support patients through their recovery process.

Salary Range

• Starting Salary: A plaster technician typically starts with a salary of around £18,000 to £22,000 per annum.
• Experienced Technicians: With more experience and specialization, salaries can rise to £28,000 or more.
• Locum Plaster Technicians: Those working as locums can expect to earn between £20-35 per hour, depending on experience and location. Working unsocial hours, such as weekends, can attract additional pay rates.

What Does a Locum Plaster Technician Do?

Locum plaster technicians share many responsibilities with permanent staff but enjoy increased flexibility. They can choose shifts and roles that fit their personal and professional preferences, and often receive higher pay rates. However, they must quickly adapt to new environments and establish rapport with different teams. Permanent staff members, on the other hand, build long-term relationships within their teams and have more consistent working hours.

Plaster Technician Jobs

At MedicsPro, we offer a variety of locum and permanent plaster technician roles to suit your career goals. These positions may include:

• Hospital Settings
• Orthopaedic Clinics
• Emergency Care Facilities
• Specialized Trauma Units

There has never been a better time to work as a plaster technician. With high demand for skilled professionals, your expertise is valuable and sought after. Explore our opportunities to find the right role for you and benefit from competitive rates and dedicated support.

Key Benefits:

• Expert advice
• Wide range of job opportunities across the UK and Ireland
• Dedicated consultant and compliance officer
• Market-leading referral scheme

With the high demand for podiatry skills globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this field. Explore our current vacancies to find the right opportunity for you.