Orthopaedic Technologist/Technician Trainee

Requisition No: 8457

Executive Division: Operations

Division: Surgery Endoscopy Anaesthesia Services

Program: SEA - Surgical Wards

Department: Plaster Technician

Enterprise Agreement: Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administr

Job Function: Allied Health Professionals

Role Summary:

• Location: Footscray Hospital
• Employment Type: Part-Time (72 hours/fortnight), Ongoing
• Salary: Orthopaedic Tech. Trainee (Year 1 to Year 3) + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

About the****role:

We are seeking either an experienced Plaster Technician/Technologist or someone eager to commence a Traineeship in a rewarding healthcare career.

The Plaster Technicians manage and treat numerous musculoskeletal injuries using casts, splints and braces. They deliver excellent patient care in our outpatient clinics and inpatient ward areas across Western Health. This is an extremely rewarding and meaningful role helping patients on a daily basis.

Key****responsibilities:

• Apply and remove casts, splints, and braces.
• Work alongside doctors, nurses, and allied health staff.
• Deliver excellent patient care in outpatient and inpatient ward settings.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and professional clinical environment.

About****you:

• Experience as a Plaster Technician or willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm under pressure with a patient-focused attitude.
• Reliable, professional, and motivated.

Click here for the Position Description.

About Western Health

Western Health is the leading healthcare provider in Melbourne’s West - one of Australia’s fastest-growing and most culturally and socioeconomically diverse regions.

More than 13,000 employees help deliver a comprehensive range of services across our hospitals, community, correctional, and home-based settings. These services include acute tertiary care, emergency and intensive care, medical and surgical specialties, mental health and wellbeing, subacute care, ambulatory care, primary care, home-based services, and residential aged care.

We are committed to driving innovation and sustainability that improves health outcomes for our community. With specialties spanning oncology, renal care, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic disease management, geriatrics, and cardiology, Western Health is recognised for its expertise in managing complex and chronic conditions through integrated, patient-centred care.

We foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where you can make a meaningful impact. We support our staff to keep learning and growing through a diverse range of education programs, partnerships with universities in medical research and professional development opportunities.

Why join us?

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.
• Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about developing a career in orthopaedic plaster tech, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 15 September 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Marcus Storey via [email protected].

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

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