Orthotics Administration & Clinic Support Officer

Nhs-1; Kendal; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Administration and Orthotics Officer to join the Therapies Team at Westmorland General Hospital in Kendal. The role combines administrative duties with orthotics service support, contributing to efficient clinic operations and patient care.

You will coordinate appointments, handle day-to-day orthotics ordering and maintenance, and work with the Orthotist to manage waiting lists while providing confidential admin support

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy (GCSE C or above).
• Willingness to learn procedures and equipment in Orthotics.
• Typing word processing at RSA level 3 or above.

Responsibilities

• Provision of the orthotics service including day-to-day ordering and issuing of Orthotics, replacement/maintenance as necessary.
• Manage clinic appointments (initial and review) for the Orthotic service.
• Communicate with the Orthotist regarding waiting list management.
• Provide administrative support to the Therapy Services as required.

Skills

Office administration

Microsoft Word/Excel

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

GCSE level C or above

Typing RSA level 3

Tools

Word processing software

Job description

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Administration and Orthotics Officer to join the Therapies Team at Westmorland General Hospital in Kendal. The role combines administrative duties with orthotics service support, contributing to efficient clinic operations and patient care.

You will coordinate appointments, handle day-to-day orthotics ordering and maintenance, and work with the Orthotist to manage waiting lists while providing confidential admin support