Clinical Lead Orthotist

2 weeks ago


Luton, United Kingdom Blatchford Full time
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Lead Orthotist to join our experienced team at the Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
We are happy to offer this position as a development role, we have a highly experienced, stable team. Based just outside London, we are a small, well run, well funded centre with strong links to referrers. This is a highly rewarding role, where you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in a clinically challenging environment.
What can we offer you?
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 a Clinical Lead Orthotist, you will work with inpatients and outpatients in designated adult and paediatric clinics, treating an extensive range of conditions including stroke, neuromuscular conditions, diabetic foot, lower limb musculoskeletal complaints and common foot pathologies.
Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting, developing, and managing a small team of Orthotists

• Clinical management and scheduling to ensure smooth clinical operations.

• Providing excellent orthotic care within general orthotic clinics

• Maintaining a good working relationship with the MDT team

• Being a direct link to the NHS management who oversee the contract.

• Promoting the use of CAD scanning for measuring and Orthotic design

• Supporting and contributing to Blatchford services by contributing to our national care pathways, protocols, and leadership on orthotics

• Mentoring and supervision of undergraduates and graduates

• Opportunity to work closely with manufacturing team in Sheffield.

What are we looking for?
Essential skills and experience

• Qualified in Prosthetics/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

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