Senior Orthotist

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust in Oswestry is seeking an orthotist to work within a large clinical team prescribing a full range of orthoses and providing orthotics guidance to patients. The role includes teaching for undergraduates, apprentices and other healthcare colleagues, and involvement in clinical audit and service development.

Experience in diabetic foot care and MDT collaboration with podiatrists, endocrinologists, vascular consultants and diabetic nurses is

Job description

The role will be working in a large clinical NHS team prescribing a full extensive range of orthoses and Orthotics advice and guidance to patients. Particular experience is required in diabetic foot care and essential experience of MDT working in this clinical area, working alongside podiatrists, endocrinologists, vascular consultants and diabetic nurses.
The role will also require elements of teaching for both under graduate students, apprentices, and other health care colleagues, as well as being involved in clinical audit and service development.
The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic NHS Trust (RJAH)is one of the leading orthopaedic hospitals in the country, with some of the highest levels of staff and patient satisfaction, as well as a strong reputation for research and innovation.
In the National Staff Survey, 69% of our staff would recommend the Trust as a place to work and 91% would recommend the hospital to a friend or relative for treatment.
Joining RJAH is more than just a job - we want our people to have the best opportunities to thrive in their role.We have a range of fantastic staff benefits on offer to everyone who joins RJAH and you'll have access to outstanding professional development opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities.
RJAH has strong links with a range of universities including Staffordshire, Keele, Glyndwr, Chester and Birmingham.The hospital is located on a site outside Oswestry in Oswestry, just off the A5. The nearest train station is in Gobowen, approximately two miles from the hospital. The station is part of the Chester to Birmingham line.We are based in North Shropshire, close to the border with North and Mid Wales. It is one of the most attractive parts of the country, with a rich historic culture and excellent transport links. It offers outstanding opportunities for anyone who enjoys an outdoor lifestyle or is looking to raise a family.