Virtual Fracture Practitioner
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £44,485.00 to £52,521.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £44485.00 - £52521.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 December 2025 |
| Location: | Isleworth, TW7 6AF |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9289-CS-229 |
Summary
Using CERNER, to coordinate the Virtual Fracture Clinic (VFC) caseload, liaising with UCC, A&E and Teddington Walk in Centre to ensure all referral notes are received in clinic To provide the Consultant leading the VFC with information about the clinical history and presentation of the patients discussed based on referral notes of the referring clinician Documenting outcomes of the clinic on Cerner so that outcome may be audited Telephone patients with the outcome of the clinic based on notes so that outcomes may be audited and providing them with a relevant follow up appointments in the fracture or plaster clinic if indicated To ensure information is communicated to patients in a manner that encourages and promotes understanding, taking into consideration any barriers or difficulties with language or hearing To be familiar with management of fractures and soft tissue injuries in order to be able to offer patient suitable advice including the management of plaster casts and associated problems e.g pressure ulcer Offer patient clinical and practical advice in relation to the management of their injury including recovery time, mobility, pain management and rehabilitation Demonstrate up to date knowledge of relevant conditions and rehabilitation Ensure patient is involved in decision-making regarding their care Actively participates as an effective and competent member of the multidisciplinary team Prioritise appointments depending on outcome of conversation with patients Liaise with administrative staff in musculoskeletal (MSK) team and with plaster technicians about appointments, booking appointments on Cerner as required Develop skills to minimise the potential for volatile and/or aggressive situations from occurring Develop effective communication strategies when dealing with anxious patients or carers Practice enhanced negotiation, influencing and conflict management skills Act as a patient advocate Check the patients have relevant information leaflet and check the usefulness of this information to them Handover the details of the patients who are required to re-attend the hospital for surgery following their injury to the Trauma Nurse Coordination or SHO, inform the patients of this process Discuss with patients any symptoms they need to observe and what to do if symptoms worsen or do not improve Document conversations with patients on Cerner notes Ensure appropriate diagnostic requests are ordered for patients including ordering imaging and/or blood requests as identified by lead VFC Clinician Identify patients who need physiotherapy or hand management unit (HMU) referral as part of their treatment plan and ensure referrals are completed and submitted Pre- assessing patient as part of the Outpatient nursing team. This may include MRSA swabs, urinalysis, observations and undertaking dressing changes, suture removal and or clip removal Follow the guidelines with regard to the use of visual display units Leadership/Networking Collaborate with the Trauma Nurse Coordinator to lead audits across all aspects of Virtual Fracture Clinic (VFC) services, evaluating areas such as patient satisfaction, surgical wait times, discharge rates, and the relevance and accuracy of current patient information leaflets. Provide assistance to all staff to enhance patient care relating to VFC Engage in effective communication, involving all members of the multidisciplinary team, demonstrating the ability to put forward own views and effectively listen to others point of view Foster continued development of all Virtual Fracture Clinic related endeavours within the Trust Liaise with multiple care settings including A&E, the UCC and Teddington Walk in Centre to ensure continuity of care for the patient and optimised patient experience, providing feedback about referrals when required Act as a positive and effective role model To communicate and advise the MSK administrative and plaster clinic staff of all relevant aspects of patients treatment plan to ensure appropriate appointment are booked and timely care provided Demonstrates ability to take responsibility for own workload, by effectively analysing, prioritising and organising own workload Demonstrates ability to address professional issues arising in a discreet manner, acknowledging ones own limitations and seeking advice and guidance as necessary Service Development Collaborate with the Trauma Nurse Coordinator to lead audits and drive continuous improvement within the Virtual Fracture Clinic (VFC). This involves applying a 360-degree approach to service evaluation and development, assessing outcomes such as patient satisfaction, VFC wait times, discharge rates, and the accuracy of patient information leaflets. Coordinate patient satisfaction surveys across all VFC services, presenting findings to the multidisciplinary team and facilitating data-driven actions with support from the Trauma Nurse Coordinator. Demonstrate a positive attitude to suggested changes in practice through the introduction of evidence based care Generate innovative ideas and suggestions regarding other medical conditions appropriate to VFC and streamlining the service Ensure that all patient leaflets are evidence based, up to date and market tested Professional Act in accordance with respective Professional Regulator (i.e. NMC, HCPC) and Local Trust Guidelines in being accountable for own actions at all times Maintains and develops personal and professional knowledge, demonstrating clinical and professional expertise as per professional guidelines (i.e. NMC guidelines, HCPC, Trust guidelines) Keep own knowledge and skill up to date and own competencies both statutory and mandatory training are maintained and kept up to date. Identify own personal development needs as part of annual professional development review Establish and maintain personal clinical supervision and mentoring Ensure awareness of all relevant policies in the trust when carrying out any duties, ensuring you are working within your competency and band level accordingly Be vigilant about effective and efficient use of resources and management of equipment and supplies within the Orthopaedic Department These duties are not exhaustive and will be reviewed with the post holder, allowing for amendments within the broad scope and band level of the role. All duties must be carried out under supervision or within Trust policy and procedure. You must never undertake any duties that are outside your area of skill or knowledge level. If you are unsure you must seek clarification from a more senior of staff.