Clinical Lead Orthotist

To provide a clinical leadership role in the delivery of Orthotic Services by:

- Developing and maintaining clinical standards in line with best practice.
- Provide clinical advice to the organisation, particularly the Head of Podiatry and Orthotics.
- Developing a competency based framework for practitioners working with clients who require orthotic devices and providing skills based training.
- Critical analysis, appraisal and synthesis of current research outcomes and / or relevant literature in order to maintain expert levels of knowledge and practice.

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing a high standard of service to patients with biomechanical and musculoskeletal disorders or orthotic requirements and those at high risk of developing serious complications due to the nature of their medical condition e.g. Diabetes, Neurological disorders, Spinal fractures.

To autonomously manage a caseload of clients with complex needs, using evidence based / client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions in primary and secondary care settings. This may include domiciliary visits.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.