Orthotist

**Job Summary**: We have an exciting opportunity for an Orthotist to join our large and dynamic team in Barking. Work within a team and organisation that focuses on putting the patient first as well as staff and people development. The role holder will assess patients within multidisciplinary teams including Physiotherapists, Consultants, Doctors, Nurses, Occupational Therapists and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate, then provide orthotic treatment based on best practice. Opportunities to work within various MDT and extended practice clinics such as in and out-patient clinics for neurological conditions, paediatrics, scoliosis bracing, diabetic foot, foot and ankle and theatre casts and removal.

Large on-site workshop with skilled staff providing a collaborative working approach to device design and manufacture. The successful applicant will advance the delivery of the Opcare orthotic service by embracing evidence-based practice, utilising the result of clinical audit and work within the requirements of clinical governance. What we can offer Competitive Salary Incremental holiday allowance 33 days up to 38 days ( inclusive of bank holidays) Performance related bonus HCPC registration fees paid Refer a friend incentive scheme Continuing professional development Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and exposure to different clinics Ongoing internal and external training and courses What experience you will need: Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting orthoses/prostheses Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Orthotist/Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics. You must be HCPC registered.

Preferably a member of BAPO