Associate Practitioner

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Great Shelford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is recruiting Associate Practitioners to support Orthotic & Prosthetic care at Opcare in Great Shelford, near Cambridge. You will assist in patient assessment, measurements, fitting, and ongoing care under supervision.

This role emphasizes initiative, data collection, and clear patient education, with on-site supervision and access to national supervisors. A relevant level 2 Maths & English, level 3 qualification and Care Certificate are requested, plus a

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families and healthcare professionals.
• Precise measurement and fabrication skills to ensure devices fit correctly and provide support.
• Knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics desirable; in-house training will be provided.
• Proficiency with hand tools and equipment for fabrication, repairs and adjustment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient assessment and data collection.
• Carry out accurate measurements, casting, and scanning.
• Support device fitting and adjustments under supervision.
• Provide clear patient education and support.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and coordinate follow-up.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Measurement & fabrication

Hand tools proficiency

Education

Level 2 Maths & English

Level 3 qualification

Care Certificate

Tools

Hand tools usage

Job description

This role is an exciting opportunity to be part of the future of Orthotic & Prosthetic care in the UK with Opcare, where we are recruiting, training and empowering Associate Practitioners to enhance lives through enabling mobility.You will be encouraged to use your initiative within your scope of practice and supported in your continuous learning and development related to the role.Supervision will be provided by professionals on site with you and remotely with access to National Supervisors and Leaders in their field., Assist in Patient Assessment and Data Collection Support qualified clinicians by gathering relevant medical history, physical observations, and clinical information needed for treatment planning. Carry Out Accurate Measurements, Casting, and Scanning Use approved tools and methods to obtain precise measurements, casts, or scans and perform basic workshop tasks to adjust or repair devices under supervision. Support Device Fitting and Adjustments Assist with fitting orthotic and prosthetic devices, helping make minor adjustments to optimise comfort, function, and overall device effectiveness. Provide Clear Patient Education and Support Deliver easytounderstand guidance on device use, maintenance, wearing schedules, and limitations while offering emotional support to patients and families. Maintain Accurate Clinical Documentation and Coordinate Patient FollowUp Record all patient interactions and device details thoroughly and help manage reviews, enquiries, repeat orders, and ongoing care coordination.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, their families, and healthcare professionals effectively.
• Precise measurement and fabrication skills to ensure devices fit correctly and provide the necessary support., Healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of anatomy and biomechanics is desirable; however, associate practitioners will complete in-house training programs to suit the services where they work.
• Proficiency in using various hand tools and equipment for fabrication, repairs and adjustment is desirable., Hold a Level 2 Qualification in both Maths and English (or equivalent)., Hold a Level 3 Qualification (or equivalent) preferably in a related area
• Hold the Care Certificate
• Full UK driving license
• Relevant work experience
  Opcare have worked in partnership with the NHS in Cambridge since 2003.We are based in Great Shelford, a short drive away from Addenbrookes hospital.As a large prosthetic and orthotic centre, we employ clinicians, prosthetic technicians and administrative staff to deliver the best service for the NHS.