Orthotist: Multi-Disciplinary Care & In-House Manufacturing

NHS Tayside; Perthshire (MS); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Tayside is inviting applications for an Orthotist to join the Tayside Orthotic Service based at Perth Royal Infirmary. The role supports inpatient and outpatient clinics within a multi-disciplinary team across TORT Centre, Ninewells Hospital and Stracathro Hospital.

The successful candidate will hold an honours degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics and be HCPC registered, with proven experience in orthotics and a commitment to patient-centered care and safety within Quality Management Systems.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics and HCPC registration.
• Experience in hospital or private healthcare.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in treating in-patients and out-patients.

Responsibilities

• Treat hospital in-patients and out-patients at clinics.
• Carry out cast rectification, repairs and adjustments to orthotic devices.
• Work within a workshop environment with Health and Safety considerations.
• Adhere to Quality Management Systems in orthotics service.

Skills

HCPC Registered

Orthotics

Clinical Experience

Teamwork

Education

Honours degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Job description

NHS Tayside is inviting applications for an Orthotist to join the Tayside Orthotic Service based at Perth Royal Infirmary. The role supports inpatient and outpatient clinics within a multi-disciplinary team across TORT Centre, Ninewells Hospital and Stracathro Hospital.

The successful candidate will hold an honours degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics and be HCPC registered, with proven experience in orthotics and a commitment to patient-centered care and safety within Quality Management Systems.