Orthotist – Great Ormond Street (OCS)

Opcare Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Orthotist to join their dynamic team at Great Ormond Street. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with prestigious NHS Trusts, providing high-quality patient care and developing innovative orthotic solutions. As part of a forward-thinking organization, you will have access to cutting-edge 3D printing technologies and industry-leading training. This position is perfect for those looking to enhance their clinical and leadership skills while making a significant impact on patient lives. If you are passionate about orthotics and eager to grow in your career, this is the opportunity for you.

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 required.
• Experience in clinical assessments and orthotic treatment plans is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and manage a complex clinical caseload.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for patient assessments.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessments

Orthotic Treatment Plans

Multi-disciplinary Team Collaboration

Leadership Skills

Education

Certified Orthotist

HND Orthotics

BSc Orthotics

Tools

3D Scanning Technology

Job description

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.

Looking to take the next step upwards in your career pathway?

Looking to join one of the fastest growing clinical service delivery companies in the UK?

Want to join an organisation and team that believes in putting the patient first and focuses on improving the lives of individuals through innovation and service development?

Want to join a team that focuses on staff and people development?

Have access to innovative and emerging orthotic 3D print technologies?

Working at: Great Ormond Street (OCS)

Opcare’s London and surrounding area (OCS) covers 13 NHS Trusts, some of the most prestigious trusts in London. This includes Great Ormond Street, The National Hospital of Neuro and Neurosurgery, UCLH and Chelsea and Westminster to name a few.

OCS runs some of the leading MDT clinics in the UK, from joint diabetic clinic with the leading international diabetic podiatry surgeon, complex neuro clinic at NHNN, scoliosis clinic, complex paediatric clinics at Great Ormond Street and complex KAFO clinics.

Working at one of our flagship centres, Great Ormond Street's dynamic range of extended practices and complex MDTs provides a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting and varied caseloads.

Job Summary:

We are currently seeking an experienced Orthotist who is looking for an opportunity to develop their career and be a part of our large and dynamic team in Great Ormond Street.

We can offer full-time or part-time job positions.

We currently have a position in Great Ormond Street.

The role will involve working with a complex clinical caseload, presenting exciting opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skillsets.

Due to working with some of London’s most prestigious hospitals, this opens the opportunity for career development into specialist areas and leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

Some of the key responsibilities the role holder will have include:

• 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 assessments 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

The role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service improvements for the betterment of patients in London and surrounding areas (OCS).

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.

Qualifications:

Either:

• Certified Orthotist
• HND Orthotics
• BSc Orthotics

Must also be fully HCPC Registered and preferably a member of BAPO.

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 is 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.

21 Nuffield Way, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1RL, United Kingdom