Orthotist - Orthotics

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning & development opportunities

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is seeking an Orthotist to join the Orthotic Service within the Acute Division, Clyde Sector. You will assess, diagnose, treat and manage orthotic care for patients across inpatient, outpatient and community settings, working within HCPC guidelines and multidisciplinary teams.

The role involves supervising staff, contributing to audits and service development, with a focus on improving mobility and quality of life for patients.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered and eligible to practice in the UK.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Knowledge of orthotic practice across clinical settings.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage an autonomous clinical caseload.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to supervise junior staff and students.
• Understanding of governance, quality improvement, and audit processes.
• Induction and mandatory training completed.
• Proven planning and time-management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a defined clinical caseload for orthotic patients.
• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning.
• Prescribe and fit orthotic devices and monitor patient progress.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Supervise Orthotic Technicians, Assistants and students; participate in audits.
• Contribute to service development and staff training.

Skills

HCPC registration

Autonomous caseload

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Office software

Education

Prosthetics & Orthotics degree

Tools

MS Office

Electronic patient management systems

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The Role

We are looking to recruit an Orthotist to join the NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Orthotic Service within the Acute Division, Clyde Sector. The post holder will provide specialist orthotic assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management for patients with a wide range of conditions across inpatient, outpatient and community settings. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while supporting patients to improve mobility, function and quality of life. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) may be able to provide visa sponsorship for certain roles, subject to the post meeting the relevant eligibility criteria. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and will be determined on a case-by-case basis following interview and during the pre-employment verification process. Applicants must state their current right to work in their application.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Fixed Term - 5 Months

Gartnavel General Hospital

36 Hours (Monday to Friday 8.30 am - 4.30 pm)

Key Responsibilities

The Orthotist is responsible for managing a defined clinical caseload and providing specialist assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning for patients with a diverse range of orthotic needs. Working autonomously within professional guidelines and HCPC standards, the post holder will undertake orthotic interventions, prescribe and fit orthotic devices, monitor patient progress and evaluate outcomes. The role involves working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care, supporting health promotion initiatives and contributing to service development. The successful candidate will supervise and support Orthotic Technicians, Clinical Assistants and students, participate in clinical audit and quality improvement activities, provide education and training to colleagues and contribute to the ongoing development of evidence-based practice across the service.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Degree or Diploma in Prosthetics and Orthotics leading to HCPC registration.
• Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Evidence of continuing professional development and application of learning within practice.
• Good knowledge and experience of orthotic practice across a variety of clinical settings.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage an autonomous caseload and make independent clinical decisions.
• Experience of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to supervise, support and develop junior staff, assistants and students.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and electronic patient management systems.
• Understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement and audit processes.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice and service development principles.
• Completion of NHSGGC induction programme.
• Up-to-date mandatory training including Child Protection and Fire Safety.

What We Offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.

For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact

Nikki Munro, Orthotic Clinical Lead/Manager, 0141 211 8567, [e-mail]

Anne Martin, Orthotic Team Lead, 0141 211 4626, [e-mail]

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process:

This vacancy may close early due to a high volume of applications. We recommend applying as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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