We have a fantastic opportunity for an Orthotist to join our specialist team based at the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Selly Oak, Birmingham.
If you are an ambitious clinician, with a passion for Orthotics, who is looking for a new challenge with an industry leading employer, we want to hear from you!
What can we offer you?
As Orthotist, you will receive the following.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Relocation allowance
* 25 days holiday (rising with service)
* Opportunity to purchase additional holiday.
* Pension
* Paid HCPC Registration
* Strong CPD programme, tailored to individual development needs.
* Ongoing internal and external training and courses
* Discounted shopping and leisure activities
* Health cash plan
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Refer a friend incentive scheme.
The role:
As Orthotist, you will be responsible for the clinical delivery of orthotic services to the highest clinical and ethical standards. You will provide training and supervision to students, less experienced colleagues, and customers in all aspects of the service.
Key Responsibilities:
* Treating a complex range of patients, using the latest technology including CAD CAM.
* Assessing, casting/scanning, fitting, supplying, reviewing, and adjusting orthoses across lower limb amputation levels.
* Managing your patient’s case, ensuring needs are respected and the patient is informed throughout the process.
* Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records
* Making a proactive contribution to the Service Contract and Company as a whole
What are we looking for?
As Orthotist you will have the following.
Essential skills and experience
* Qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics
* HCPC registration
* Member of BAPO/ISPO (desirable)
* Experience in a wide range of orthotic provision including paediatrics, orthopaedics, and footwear
* Able to prioritise and manage your own workload and that of others
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating with colleagues at all levels
* Be able to manage difficult, challenging and sensitive situations
* Good judgment and decision-making skills