Job summary
Senior Prosthetist
Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our team in Manchester.
Job Summary:
The role holder assesses patients in conjunction with Physiotherapists, NHS Consultants, Doctors and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate then provides prosthetic treatment based on best practice.
To advance the delivery of the Opcare prosthetic service by embracing evidence-based medicine and the result of Clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Main duties of the job
Senior Prosthetist
Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our team in Manchester.
Job Summary:
The role holder assesses patients in conjunction with Physiotherapists, NHS Consultants, Doctors and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate then provides prosthetic treatment based on best practice.
About us
Senior Prosthetist
Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.
Ability Matters Group Limited are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Prosthetist
Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our team in Manchester.
Job Summary:
The role holder assesses patients in conjunction with Physiotherapists, NHS Consultants, Doctors and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate then provides prosthetic treatment based on best practice.
To advance the delivery of the Opcare prosthetic service by embracing evidence-based medicine and the result of Clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Responsibilities
- To ensure prostheses issued to patients are fitting and functioning satisfactorily and provided in a timely manner.
- To support and assist the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.
- To lead by example and ensure the prosthetic clinical team is engaged with, and motivated to achieve, any patient and business-led objectives in place.
- Support your colleagues through training, advice and coaching.
What experience you will need
- Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting prostheses
- Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues
- Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems
- We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics.
Why work at Queen Marys Hospital?
- Be a part of a large diverse prosthetic team with 1-20+ years experience
- Strong MDT working
- Inpatient and outpatient service
- Upper limb service with specialised technicians
- On site workshop
- Gait lab
- Gym and exercise classes with free access for staff
- Historic Richmond Park nearby
- Strong research ethic
What we can offer
- Incremental holiday allowance 33 days up to days ( inclusive of bank holidays)
- Performance related bonus
- Registration fees
- Refer a friend incentive scheme
- Continuing professional development
- Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and exposure to different clinics
- Ongoing internal and external training and courses
Ability Matters Group Limited are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job description
Job responsibilities
Senior Prosthetist
Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our team in Manchester.
Job Summary:
The role holder assesses patients in conjunction with Physiotherapists, NHS Consultants, Doctors and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate then provides prosthetic treatment based on best practice.
To advance the delivery of the Opcare prosthetic service by embracing evidence-based medicine and the result of Clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Responsibilities
- To ensure prostheses issued to patients are fitting and functioning satisfactorily and provided in a timely manner.
- To support and assist the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.
- To lead by example and ensure the prosthetic clinical team is engaged with, and motivated to achieve, any patient and business-led objectives in place.
- Support your colleagues through training, advice and coaching.
What experience you will need
- Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting prostheses
- Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues
- Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems
- We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics.
Why work at Queen Marys Hospital?
- Be a part of a large diverse prosthetic team with 1-20+ years experience
- Strong MDT working
- Inpatient and outpatient service
- Upper limb service with specialised technicians
- On site workshop
- Gait lab
- Gym and exercise classes with free access for staff
- Historic Richmond Park nearby
- Strong research ethic
What we can offer
- Incremental holiday allowance 33 days up to days ( inclusive of bank holidays)
- Performance related bonus
- Registration fees
- Refer a friend incentive scheme
- Continuing professional development
- Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and exposure to different clinics
- Ongoing internal and external training and courses
Ability Matters Group Limited are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting prostheses
- Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues
- Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems
- We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics.
- Why work at Queen Marys Hospital?
- Strong MDT working
- Inpatient and outpatient service
- Upper limb service with specialised technicians
- On site workshop
- Gait lab
- Gym and exercise classes with free access for staff
- Historic Richmond Park nearby
- Strong research ethic
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Experience
Essential
- Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting prostheses
- Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues
- Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems
- We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics.
- Why work at Queen Marys Hospital?
- Strong MDT working
- Inpatient and outpatient service
- Upper limb service with specialised technicians
- On site workshop
- Gait lab
- Gym and exercise classes with free access for staff
- Historic Richmond Park nearby
- Strong research ethic
Desirable
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
