Prosthetist - Colchester/billericay

Steeper Group is a true leader in the Orthotic, Prosthetic and Assistive Technology products. In the past 100 years we have grown to become one of the UK’s largest suppliers. Steeper’s vision is to create life’s turning points, together. We aim to do this by delivering innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology products and responsive clinical services. We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our existing team in our South East England Branches The Role: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Prosthetist to provide and promote a high standard of Prosthetic care and treatment across a range of amputation levels. This position is for the Lead Clinician at our Colchester Branch three days per week with the other days working at the Billericay Branch. Part time and dual qualified options can also be considered, please get in touch to discuss. As a prosthetist you will be required to act in a professional manner at all times to other members of the team, the patients and their families. **Responsibilities**: - Assess, measure, cast, fit, deliver, supply, review and adjust prosthesis as required across a range of amputation levels, both upper and lower extremity. - Cast and rectify models in a timely fashion using both traditional methods and CADCAM where appropriate. - Manage the patient’s case, including patient expectation, ensuring the individual’s needs are respected and ensuring the patient is informed throughout the process with clear explanations of proposed interventions. - Manage stock and communication for the Colchester Branch - Maintain good knowledge of available components and understand their function. - Work within the parameters of accepted "best practice" at all times. To ensure that all aspects of practice conform to clinical governance at all times. - Act as a resource for clinical cover for annual leave, sickness, planned absences or emergency cover where appropriate. - Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the most appropriate and effective treatment for patients. - Identify, in conjunction with the Branch Manager and other Prosthetic Staff, service developments and/or improvements to ensure efficient and effective use of resources. What we are looking for: At least three years Prosthetist of experience will be considered; you should demonstrate attributes that align with the four pillars of our brand: - Positive turning points - Innovation - Partnerships - Empowering and enhancing lives What we offer in return: - London allowance - Incremental holiday allowance (rising with service) - Employee discount platform - Employee Assistance Programs - Qualification support - Flexible working - Refer a friend incentive - Cycle2work scheme - Subscription and registration fees paid e.g. HCPC - Continuous professional development plans with internal and external training and courses available Pay: Up to £35,282.00 per year **Benefits**: - Bereavement leave - Casual dress - Company pension - Cycle to work scheme - Referral programme - Sick pay Work Location: In person Reference ID: RAF927