MSK Biomechanics Orthotic Technician

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide a high standard of insole and orthotic manufacture through the development of specialised skills.

• Demonstrate dexterity and co-ordination including using equipment and fine tools.

• Be responsible for ensuring equipment is used safely, following appropriate training, and that it is maintained appropriately. e.g. band saws grinding equipment, ovens, dust extraction equipment etc. To adhere to departmental policy including competence to use equipment and ensure safe use of equipment by others through teaching, training, and supervision of practice.

• Work predominantly independently on specified tasks and within the group or clinic settings, with regular clinical support and supervision by a qualified practitioner as required.

• Share responsibility for maintaining store cupboards, cleaning specialist equipment and general house-keeping tasks.

• To monitor the use of the appropriate materials throughout the stages of manufacturing each insole or orthotic and maintaining the finished item will be fit for its purpose.

• To provide spontaneous and planned advice and instruction to MSK clinicians regarding the technical viability of prescriptions received for manufacture.

• To ensure unsatisfactory prescriptions are referred back to one of the prescribing MSK Clinicians in a timely manner.

• To work as required as a duty technician.

• To assist in the training of new or inexperienced technicians.

• To ensure adequate supplies through robust stock control, including ordering, receipt of goods, storage, and safe use.

• Work when needed in a variety of locations to meet the needs of the service.

• Fitting new orthotics, using assessment and fitting techniques with routine MSK Biomechanics conditions, working autonomously within clinical competencies. Able to recognise complex issues beyond scope and refer onwards to an appropriate clinician.

• May be required to lead exercise and education group sessions, for example, heel pain classes, assessing and adapting exercises to individual patients within competency, with access to regular clinical supervision from a qualified clinician.

• Provide education and information on routine MSK conditions such as osteoarthritis to patients and their carers when required.

• Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of consent, and gain consent as appropriate.
• To maintain clinical records in line with Trust Policy and Professional Standards.

• Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with colleagues, patients, carers and other health care professionals.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience and education to NVQ Level 3 or equivalent job skills standard demonstrating the ability to manage non routine work
• Good general education i.e GCSEs or equivalent grade C or above in English and Maths

Desirable

• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Demonstration of manual dexterity work
• Evidence of previous experience using cutting and grinding machinery
• Competent use of IT
• Self-Directed learning
• Ability to work independently

Desirable

• Previous experience working manufacturing bespoke products from prescriptions/ various instructions

Communication

Essential

• Ability to communicate information to staff and patients.
• Able to communicate effectively using the English language in both verbal and written forms.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Highly motivated

Personal Attributes/Behaviours (linked to the Trust's Behaviour Framework)

Essential

• Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults.
• An understanding of the Trust's visions and values
• Professional appearance
• Tact & diplomacy
• Empathy & sensitivity

Other

Essential

• Commitment to the specialty
• Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service
• Must hold a full driving licence valid in the UK or be able to make own travelling arrangements to fulfil the duties of the post

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust

Address

Norwich community hospital

Biomechanics Clinic, Norwich Community Hospital, NR2 3TU

Norwich

NR2 3TU

Employer's website

https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)