Senior Orthotist

Senior Orthotist

Bristol

Join our dynamic and growing team at our Proactive Clinic in Bristol

Proactive has established an enviable reputation as a Centre of Excellence in private prosthetic care. We have recently expanded our expertise to include orthotic care, further enhancing our comprehensive patient services. We provide a patient-focused, friendly, and relaxed environment, enabling individuals to reach their full potential through tailored rehabilitation approaches.

We are committed to delivering the best possible outcomes for our patients, utilising the latest cutting-edge technologies. Our clinical and technical teams work in close collaboration, offering peer-to-peer support to ensure the highest standards of care. The successful candidate will be offered close clinical support from our highly skilled group of Orthotists who have extensive experience in private orthotic practice.

We are looking for a highly motivated, passionate and experienced Orthotist to join our Bristol clinic, which opened in February 2024. This position requires a dynamic individual, committed to the highest standards of patient care with prior orthotic experience and the relevant qualifications and registration to work in the UK.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex patients, generating continued growth, and supporting the further development of the service, ensuring high standards of care. Collaboration with case managers, solicitors, and other professionals, (including multidisciplinary teams when required), will be key to delivering coordinated, patient-focused care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of Complex Patients: Provide expert care and management for patients with complex orthotic needs including poly-trauma and neurological conditions.
• Service Development: Lead initiatives to grow and develop the orthotic service, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of patients and the clinic.
• Patient Care: Take full responsibility for the complete process of patient care, from assessment and prescription to treatment and follow-up.
• Liaison: Work closely with case managers and solicitors to coordinate client care.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the delivery of high-quality care for all patients, maintaining the clinic's standards and protocols.

Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience in orthotics.
• Proven experience managing complex orthotic cases, including trauma and neurological conditions.
• Strong clinical reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in service development and quality improvement.
• Familiarity with private healthcare settings and working with case managers/solicitors.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must possess one of the following qualifications:

• Certified Orthotist
• HND Orthotics
• BSc Orthotics

And in addition, must have:

• Full HCPC Registration
• The ability to meet the requirements of an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check

What we Offer:

• Competitive market salary
• Incremental holiday allowance starting at 33 days, increasing to 38 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Refer a Friend incentive scheme
• Enhanced Family Leave/Pay
• Recognition schemes
• Continuing professional development
• Industry leading training opportunities

Why Join Us?

At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people's daily lives.

Our private clinic, Proactive, was established in 2001 and later became a part of AM Healthcare Group in April 2022. We have since provided further investment in the service to facilitate growth, whilst ensuring that the patient-centred and friendly nature of the service continues to thrive.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining a clinical team committed to giving the very best to patients, we'd love to hear from you Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position to - Alternatively, you can apply directly through our website –

If you would like an informal discussion prior to applying, please contact Natalie Morrow at

Eligibility to Work in the UK

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person