Orthotist

Blatchford; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in orthotics offers an exciting opportunity for an Orthotist in Birmingham. The role entails clinical delivery of orthotic services with responsibilities including patient treatment and training. Benefits include generous holiday, pension scheme, and a strong professional development program.

Benefits

25 days holiday (rising with service)

Opportunity to purchase additional holiday

Paid HCPC Registration

Strong CPD programme

Ongoing training and courses

Discounted shopping and leisure activities

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Refer a friend incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics.
• HCPC registered clinician.
• Experience in diverse orthotic provision including paediatrics.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for clinical delivery of orthotic services.
• Treat a complex range of patients using CAD CAM technology.
• Train and supervise students and colleagues.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Good judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to manage difficult situations

Education

Qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics

HCPC registration

Member of BAPO/ISPO

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Orthotistto join our specialist team based at the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Selly Oak, Birmingham.

If you are an ambitious clinician, with a passion for Orthotics, who is looking for a new challenge with an industry leading employer, we want to hear from you!

What can we offer you?

AsOrthotist, you will receive the following.

• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday.
• Pension
• Paid HCPC Registration
• Strong CPD programme, tailored to individual development needs.
• Ongoing internal and external training and courses
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Refer a friend incentive scheme.

The role:

As Orthotist, you will be responsible for the clinical delivery of orthotic services to the highest clinical and ethical standards. You will provide training and supervision to students, less experienced colleagues, and customers in all aspects of the service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Treating a complex range of patients, using the latest technology including CAD CAM.
• Assessing, casting/scanning, fitting, supplying, reviewing, and adjusting orthoses across lower limb amputation levels.
• Managing your patient’s case, ensuring needs are respected and the patient is informed throughout the process.
• Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records
• Making a proactive contribution to the Service Contract and Company as a whole

What are we looking for?

AsOrthotist you will have the following.

Essential skills and experience

• Qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics
• HCPC registration
• Member of BAPO/ISPO (desirable)
• Experience in a wide range of orthotic provision including paediatrics, orthopaedics, and footwear
• Able to prioritise and manage your own workload and that of others
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating with colleagues at all levels
• Be able to manage difficult, challenging and sensitive situations
• Good judgment and decision-making skills