Senior Orthotist

NHS; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS department in Cardiff seeks two Senior Orthotists to join their expanding Orthotics team. Candidates must be HCPC registered and hold a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics, with relevant experience in managing a range of complex patient needs. The positions offer opportunities for professional development and teamwork in a supportive environment, focusing on innovation and patient care.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as Orthotist/Prosthetist required.
• Experience in rheumatology, orthopaedics, neurological, spinal/Scoliosis, and diabetology preferred.
• Desirable experience in MDT settings and CPD work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical care to patients in orthotic clinics.
• Provide advice to medical staff on orthotic management.
• Supervise students and trainees within the department.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Motivation

Persuasion

Education

BSc Hons Prosthetics/Orthotics

Job description

Job summary

This is a unique opportunity to permanently join an established NHS department in the Capital City of Wales which is committed to providing excellent care.

We are seeking two orthotists to work as active members of the Orthotics team, delivering clinical care to patients within a growing service and in a vibrant department. These are full-time positions at a band 6 Senior Orthotist. The successful applicants shall be HCPC registered as an Orthotist/Prosthetist and have a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics or equivalent experience. They will have experience in this field across a wide range of pathologies acquired through working in a healthcare setting. Sufficient years experience; these include rheumatology, orthopaedics, neurological, spinal/Scoliosis and diabetology, all specialist services in Cardiff & Vale UHB.

There are currently 4 full time clinicians who between them cover the whole of Cardiff & Vale UHB and are based in ALAS in the grounds of Rookwood hospital. They work closely with other services within ALAS both professionally and socially.

The work covers Inpatient/outpatients clinics in the major hospitals along with limited domiciliary work. There are also clinics within 2 major Special school clinics in Cardiff with a strong MDT team.

Main duties of the job

They will deliver orthotic clinics with their own caseload of patients and provide advice to medical and nursing staff in the UHB on aspects of orthotic assessment, provision and management.

Opportunities to work on and contribute to a range of service developments will be made available, as well as being involved in working with and supervising the work of students and trainees coming through the department. MDT working is essential and a strong knowledge in working with Scoliosis patients will be an advantage.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.

Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.

Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.

Details Date posted

30 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,898 to £45,637 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

001-AHP067-0625

Job locations

ALAS Rookwood Hospital

Fairwater Road

Cardiff

CF5 2YN

Job description Job responsibilities

• To undertake orthotic assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of routine and complex needs.
• To communicate effectively and efficiently with a range of professional colleagues including medical and surgical Consultants, ward staff, therapy staff and administration staff.
• Provide clinical and professional advice to the multi-disciplinary team and/or patients/carers regarding appropriate orthotic provision and ongoing care.
• To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to ensure effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues where information may be highly complex and require the use of well-developed skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.
• To overcome barriers to understanding, including communication difficulties, anxiety or motivation.
• Clear and effective communication with orthotic product and serviceproviders.
• To liaise with Clinical Lead Orthotist, Senior Specialist Orthotists, and Orthotic Services Manager as appropriate to ensure efficient and effective clinical services are maintained.

Job description Job responsibilities

• To undertake orthotic assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of routine and complex needs.
• To communicate effectively and efficiently with a range of professional colleagues including medical and surgical Consultants, ward staff, therapy staff and administration staff.
• Provide clinical and professional advice to the multi-disciplinary team and/or patients/carers regarding appropriate orthotic provision and ongoing care.
• To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to ensure effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues where information may be highly complex and require the use of well-developed skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.
• To overcome barriers to understanding, including communication difficulties, anxiety or motivation.
• Clear and effective communication with orthotic product and serviceproviders.
• To liaise with Clinical Lead Orthotist, Senior Specialist Orthotists, and Orthotic Services Manager as appropriate to ensure efficient and effective clinical services are maintained.

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Bsc Hons Prosthetics/Orthotics
• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Scoliosis Experience

Qualifications Essential

• Evidence of CPD work over past 2 years

Desirable

• BAPO membership
• Good It Skills
• Experience working in an MDT setting

Person Specification Experience Essential

• Bsc Hons Prosthetics/Orthotics
• HCPC registered

Desirable

• Scoliosis Experience

Qualifications Essential

• Evidence of CPD work over past 2 years

Desirable

• BAPO membership
• Good It Skills
• Experience working in an MDT setting

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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab).

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 continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

ALAS Rookwood Hospital

Fairwater Road

Cardiff

CF5 2YN

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

ALAS Rookwood Hospital

Fairwater Road

Cardiff

CF5 2YN

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)