Orthopaedic Plaster Technician at Nairobi Adventist Hospital

Reports to HEAD ORTHOPEDIC SECTION

Job purpose

Working under the direct supervision of orthopedic surgeons. They assist in the operating room, apply, and remove casts, fit walking aids, and perform other support duties in the general orthopedic rehabilitative services.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Manipulating and reducing fractures and dislocations.
• Fixing and removing casts, bandages to and from patients.
• Correcting Congenital Talipes Equino – Varus (C.T.E.V).
• Participating in the management of minor orthopaedic and trauma cases in emergencies and accidents.
• Sensitizing and creating awareness on orthopaedic and trauma conditions to the communities.
• Protecting patients and support staff by adhering to Infection Control Protocols.
• Counselling patients/clients on issues regarding orthopaedic trauma.
• Ensuring compliance with the set standard operating procedures.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Orthopaedic Plaster and Traction Technology or Orthopaedic Plaster Technology from a recognized institution.
• Registration with a professional body.
• Certificate in computer operations from a recognized institution.