Prosthetist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board seeks an experienced Prosthetist to join the Crystal Palace team, delivering high-quality prosthetic care within an NHS MDT. You will design, fit, and adjust devices, while mentoring students and contributing to service development.

The role requires HCPC registration, a relevant MSc or clinical qualification, and experience in fast-paced clinical settings with strong teamwork and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Prosthetics & Orthotics or equivalent.
• HCPC registered.
• Relevant MSc or postgraduate qualifications in a clinical area.
• Practice educator training.
• BAPO member.
• ISPO member.
• Interpersonal and formal/informal communication skills.
• Experience in MDT clinical environment.
• Experience mentoring students or staff.
• Experience handling complex cases and prioritising workload.

Responsibilities

• Deliver autonomous, patient-centred prosthetic care.
• Design, fit and adjust devices across routine and moderately complex cases.
• Support student and apprentice placements and training.
• Contribute to audits, service evaluations and research activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

MDT collaboration

Mentoring

Prioritisation

Teamwork

Education

BSc (Hons) Prosthetics & Orthotics

HCPC registered

Masters/Postgraduate qualification in clinical area

Practice educator training

BAPO member

ISPO member

Tools

CAD/CAM or digital workflows

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Prosthetist to join our team at our Crystal Palace centre, based at Guy's & St Thomas' Regional Specialist Rehabilitation Centre, Bowley Close., Working alongside an experienced team and the NHS multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will deliver high-quality prosthetic care while also supporting the development of Prosthetic students in a collaborative and patient-focused environment., Delivers autonomous, patient-centred care, independently managing routine and moderately complex cases, and seeking guidance for more challenging situations. Applies sound clinical reasoning and experience across patient groups to ensure accurate device design, fitting, and adjustment using clinical and technical skills. Engages in continuous professional development through self-directed study, literature review and participation in relevant training. Contributes to audits, service evaluations and research activities with guidance as needed, supporting data collection and reflective learning. Manages clinical equipment and resources responsibly, with awareness of cost-effectiveness and service sustainability. Adheres to clinical prescription guidelines to ensure safe, effective and appropriate patient care. Effectively plans and prioritises caseload to meet service delivery targets, managing time and multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic clinical environment. Mentors less experienced staff, supports student and apprentice placements and actively participates in training and team learning. Maintains accurate clinical records and contributes to audits and quality improvement initiatives to support safe, effective and continuously evolving patient care. Maintains mandatory training, adheres to policies and procedures and works collaboratively within the team.

• BSc (Hons) in Prosthetics & Orthotics or equivalent.
• HCPC registered., Relevant MSc, or postgraduate qualifications in a clinical area.
• Practice educator training
• BAPO member
• ISPO member, Highly developed interpersonal skills including formal and informal communication
• Proven record of working within an active, fast paced clinical environment
• Experience of having collaborative role in an MDT environment
• Working proactively and collaboratively in the team and wider trust
• Interest in service development and/or evidence of involvement
• Able to prioritise, plan and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting priorities, Experience with CAD/CAM or digital workflows.
• Experience mentoring students or clinical staff.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and handle complex cases.

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