Orthotist

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nottingham is seeking a full-time Orthotist to join their dynamic Orthotics department. You will provide essential care across outpatient clinics and assist with inpatient services, working in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment. The ideal candidate will hold a BSc in Prosthetics and Orthotics and be registered with the relevant professional council. This role offers exposure to diverse patient cases and opportunities for professional development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of Orthotics post-graduate training relating to Orthotics.
• Possession of specific knowledge and experience in varied areas of Orthotics.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care across outpatient clinics.
• Provide support for inpatient services.
• Participate in joint clinics with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Experience treating inpatients

Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams

Technical skills in Orthotics

Education

BSc Honours or equivalent in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Health & Care Professions Council registration

Job description

Overview

Orthotist opening at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts. This is a full-time, permanent clinical role in the in-house Orthotics department, treating both inpatients and outpatients across a variety of clinics. Closing date: 29 September 2025.

Job responsibilities

The Orthotics Department is based within an acute Trust that includes a Major Trauma Centre and a Spinal Injuries Unit, offering exposure to a diverse and often complex patient population. The successful candidate will:

• Deliver care across a range of outpatient clinics, with adequate time allocated for assessments.
• Provide dedicated support for inpatient services on the wards.
• Work closely within multidisciplinary teams, participating in joint clinics such as:
• Diabetic Foot
• Neurology
• Paediatrics
• Complex Footwear
• Spinal

The department benefits from an on-site, fully equipped workshop staffed by six technicians, ensuring excellent support for clinical staff. All Orthotists participate in weekly in-service training, have protected CPD time, and are encouraged to contribute to service development within both the department and the wider therapies and rehabilitation pathways.

Team and facilities

You will join a supportive team comprising:

• 10 Orthotists
• 2 Orthotic Assistants
• 6 Technicians
• 6 Administrative Staff

Facilities include an on-site workshop with CAD-CAM technology, including a Rodin scanner, iPad scanner, and milling machine. Clinical work will be primarily based at the Queens Medical Centre in a newly built, custom-designed department, and at the City Hospital Campus; some work within the National Rehab Centre and community work may be required.

Person specification

Training

Essential

• BSc Honours or equivalent in Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Currently registered with the Health & Care Professions Council
• Evidence of Orthotics post-graduate training relating to Orthotics

Desirable

• Clinical educators course undertaken

Experience

Essential

• Possession of specific knowledge, technical skills and experience in varied areas of Orthotics
• Experience of treating inpatients

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking audit
• Experience of treating inpatients in an acute trust

Communication and relationship skills

Essential

• Evidence of effective relationships with the multidisciplinary team and external manufacturers

Disclosure and Barring Service check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found at Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer: Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address: Derby Road, Nottingham, NG7 2BY

Employer's website: https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/