Orthotist

NHS; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Orthotist to join their Staffordshire wide orthotic service. This role involves working with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care, conducting assessments, and developing orthotic treatment plans. The successful candidate will receive support for clinical development and will be at the forefront of service improvements. Competitive salary and training opportunities are offered, in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive market salary

Industry leading training opportunities

Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology

Access to UK & Global clinical conferences

Qualifications

• Certified Orthotist with HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Experience in developing and implementing orthotic treatment plans is required.
• Must stay updated with advancements in orthotic technology.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high quality care and smooth service running.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients.
• Measure, fit, and adjust orthoses as necessary.
• Provide education and support to patients.

Skills

Certified Orthotist

Knowledge of orthotic technology

Patient care

Education

HND Orthotics

BSc Orthotics

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced Orthotist who is looking for an opportunity to develop their career and be a part of our Staffordshire wide orthotic service.

The role will be based across Staffordshire covering our orthotic services in Stoke, Burton and Cannock. The successful applicant will work with an experienced clinical team, supportive administrative staff and have access to local workshop facilities and technicians for adjustments and alterations.

This role will provide an opportunity for an ambitious clinician to step into a position that will challenge them and provide opportunities to develop clinically across a range of practice areas. The role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service improvements for the betterment of patients in the Staffordshire area. The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional and national training to develop their clinical skills to support the service. We aim to deliver a first class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.

Main duties of the job

• Ensure the delivery of high quality care for all patients and the smooth running of the service
• Work closely with multi‑disciplinary teams (MDTs)
• Input and lead on initiatives within the centre service development plan
• Conduct comprehensive assessment of patients to determine their orthotic needs
• Develop and implement personalised orthotic treatment plans
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in orthotic technology and practices
• Provide excellent patient care, education, and support throughout the treatment process
• Assess, measure, cast, fit, supply, review and adjust orthoses as required
• Maintain appropriate clinical notes

Qualifications

• Certified Orthotist
• HND Orthotics
• BSc Orthotics
• Must also be fully HCPC Registered

About us

Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare, is the largest supplier of prosthetic and orthotic services to the NHS. As a company we aim to continuously improve the services we deliver and develop those who work for us.

What do we offer

• Competitive market salary
• Industry leading training opportunities
• Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology
• Access to UK & Global clinical conferences

Ability Matters Group Limited are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.

We are a Disability Confident committed employer.

To apply please email your CV with a covering letter ASAP to [e-mail]

For more details and additional vacancies please see our website www.amhealthcaregroup.com

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.