Orthotic Technician

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced orthotic technician to join the Orthotic team based at the TORT Centre in Ninewells Hospital.

The Orthotic Technician works closely with the orthotist and is responsible for the fabrication, repair and maintenance of orthotic devices and the repair and surgical adaptation of footwear to the highest technical and clinical standards.  They undertake the preparation, filling, and stripping of plaster of Paris body casts and models.  In addition, the orthotic technician will carry out custom design and manufacture of specialised jigs, tooling and fixtures and will be highly competent in the use of specialised workshop machinery, tools and equipment.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate training or experience in orthotic device manufacture and technical design and manufacture.  They will be highly experienced in the field of orthoses manufacture and have a good basic knowledge of gross human morphology, anatomy and biomechanics.  Practical knowledge of contemporary techniques and fabrication methods is vital.  An understanding of workshop Health and Safety and working within Quality Management Systems will be necessary for the role. 

Competency will be demonstrated at interview through evidence of training, practical workplace experience and relevant qualification in a technical subject. 

There will be an expectation that on occasion the Orthotic Technician will travel to Perth Royal Infirmary Orthotic Clinic to provide technical support, covering staff abscence and to attend meetings.

TORT Services include the Tayside Orthotic Service, the Assistive Technology Service (Wheelchair and Seating) and the Tayside Prosthetic Service.  TORT through its constituent specialisations is committed to providing a prompt and clinically appropriate service to enhance the quality of life and independence of people with disabilities through the use of technology. 

Informal enquiries to: Lynne Taylor Head of Orthotics:

Hours of work are:  37 hours per week

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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.

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