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Orthopaedic Plaster Technician, Surgical Outpatients Department, Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service
Cairns
Enjoy the Far North lifestyle while working with Surgical Outpatients Department, ICU, Women’s and Perioperative Services as Orthopaedic Plaster Technician. You will provide operational and educational support in the efficient functioning of the Orthopaedic Department through provision of a comprehensive cast and technician services to adults and children. These activities are undertaken under the direct supervision and guidance from the senior medical officers of the Orthopaedic Department and in collaboration with the Multidisciplinary Team.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | CA3 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CAH655248 |
| Closing date | 09-Sep-2025 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full Time |
| Contact person | Jessica Tupper |
| Contact details | 07 4226 7249 Access the National Relay Service |
About us: The outer western region of our service includes extremely remote communities. Cairns Hospital is the only major referral hospital in Far North Queensland and also provides care for people from Cape York and the Torres Strait.
About your role:
- Undertake and successfully complete the Australian Institute of Orthopaedic Technologies (AIOT) training modules, theory exams and practical assessments level 1-4 as provided by Queensland Health.
- Under direct supervision of a Certificate 4 completed plaster technician and within traineeship scope conduct orthopaedic casting and appliance applications in consultation with and as requested by Medical Officers and the multi-disciplinary team.
- Under direct supervision of a Certificate 4 completed plaster technician or Medical officer provide education and information on orthopaedic casting and appliances and their care to patients and/or carer/guardian.
As a Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health Service employee, not only will you receive competitive remuneration, you will also have access to:
- Generous superannuation
- Salary packaging
- Annual incremental increases
- Career training and development
- Flexible work arrangements
- Wellness programs
Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.
For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.
Why choose Cairns?
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You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Cairns and Hinterland here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/cairns_hinterland
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Applicants are to apply online. If the information requested in the ‘how to apply’ section is not provided, you may not meet the requirements for further consideration of your application.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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CAH655248 Role Description (PDF, 288KB)
Role Description
1. CHHHS Information for Applicants v.20 (PDF, 939KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Documentation preparation guide (PDF, 229KB)
Information Package for Applicants
