Senior Orthotist

2 months ago

London, United Kingdom Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust Full time

The Orthotic Department is based at Bowley Close Rehabilitation Centre, a purpose designed building with specialist staffing, equipment and facilities necessary for the assessment and treatment of people with disabilities.

We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking and driven Orthotist who wishes to be challenged and to join us in driving the department forward. They must enjoy team-working and a genuine passion for innovation and advancement of the profession is essential. The post-holder will be supported within our department structure by the Clinical Specialists and Lead Orthotist and be offered full training and development opportunities.

Applicants must be HCPC registered and preferably members of BAPO.

**Closing date**: Sunday 1stOctober

**Interview date**: Friday 20thOctober

Informal enquiries are most welcome
Chris Cody - Clinical Lead & Head of Regional Orthotic Services

**Tel**: 0203 299 2492

Job Summary
- To work as part of the multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality clinical orthotic service, incorporating detailed assessment, measurement, fitting and review of patients based on current good practice and evidence based orthotic treatment.
- Coordinate and lead clinics as directed by the Clinical Lead Orthotist and management team.
- Participate in the development of departmental policy, protocols, guidelines and standards for orthotics.
- Provide high level clinical expertise and accountability for the assessment and diagnosis of complex patients including second opinions and advice to junior staff.
- Develop and promote the Orthotic Service in liaison with the Service Manager and Clinical Lead Orthotist. Liaise with consultants, clinicians, therapists, orthotic colleagues and managers as required to provide an efficient and effective orthotic service.
- Support junior staff in their performance and development and participate in student training.

Key Relationships
- Clinical Lead Orthotist
- Senior Managers
- Clinical Specialist Orthotists
- Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine
- Service Managers
- Assistant Service Managers
- Senior and junior Clinicians
- Medical Staff GSTTFT & Kings College Hospital
- Admin Manager Bowley Close & KCH Orthotics
- GP’s

**Responsibilities**:

- Clinical Practice
- Supervision and Leadership
- Personal and Professional Duties
- Service Development
- Collaborative and Partnership Working
- Quality and Clinical Governance
- Financial

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