Job summary
Senior Prosthetist Roehampton
Job Summary:
The role holder will be an integral member of the senior clinical team
and will provide mentoring support to less experienced prosthetists, graduates,
and students.
The prosthetic department at Queen Marys Hospital consists of a large
MDT including prosthetists, orthotists, consultants, nurses, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, a psychologist and wider referring teams. The role
holder will be instrumental in working closely with the prosthetic team to
advance and improve the delivery of the service.
At Roehampton, there is an emphasis on putting the patient first and a focus on improving
the lives of individuals through innovation and service development.
In addition to clinical work, the successful candidate will use evidence-based practice and undertake
clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Working at Roehampton
Opcare have been providing the prosthetic
service in Roehampton since 2008 and have recently been re-awarded the contract,
this role is an excellent opportunity to advance and improve the delivery of
the service.
Key reasons you
should work with us in Roehampton:
-
Large, diverse and collaborative prosthetic
team
-
Strong MDT working
-
Inpatient and outpatient service
-
Upper limb service
-
On site workshop with skilled
technicians
-
Gait lab
-
Strong research ethic
-
Gym and exercise classes with free
access for staff
-
Historic Richmond Park nearby
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities & Tasks:
Use a range of
shape capture methods to successfully fit and deliver prostheses in a timely
manner.
Mentor students,
graduates and clinical apprentices.
Treat all users
with dignity keeping them informed on their prosthetic treatment and the basis
for actions/advice.
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 and assist
the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.
Support the team
to meet all KPI targets set throughout the year.
To liaise with the
Workshop Manager to identify quality problems, assist in providing
effective solutions minimizing unnecessary wastage.
Agree objectives
with your manager and report regularly on progress.
Participate in
continuing professional development ensuring your CPD portfolio is
maintained.
Participate in
clinical audit.
The successful candidate will join an
enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national
training to develop their clinical skills to support the service. We aim to
deliver a first class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and
exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.
Qualifications
Either:
- BSc Prosthetics & Orthotics
- Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist
- HND Prosthetics
Must also be fully HCPC Registered
About us
Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare, is
the largest supplier of prosthetic and orthotic services to the NHS. As a
company we aim to continuously improve the services we deliver and develop
those who work for us.
Looking to take the next step upwards in your career pathway?
Looking to join one of the fasting growing clinical service
delivery companies in the UK?
Do you:
Want to join an organisation and team that believes in putting the
patient first and focuses on improving the lives of individuals through
innovation and service development?
Want to join a team that focuses on staff and people development?
Have access to innovative and emerging orthotic 3D print
technologies?
What do we offer?
Competitive market salary
Industry leading training opportunities
Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology
Management development
Access to UK & Global clinical conferences
AM Healthcare are
an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and
inclusion across all operations of the group.
To apply please email your CV with a
covering letter ASAP to recruitment@abilitymatters.com
For more details
and additional vacancies please see our website www.amhealthcaregroup.com
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
The role holder will be an integral member of the senior clinical team
and will provide mentoring support to less experienced prosthetists, graduates,
and students.
The prosthetic department at Queen Marys Hospital consists of a large
MDT including prosthetists, orthotists, consultants, nurses, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, a psychologist and wider referring teams. The role
holder will be instrumental in working closely with the prosthetic team to
advance and improve the delivery of the service.
At Roehampton, there is an emphasis on putting the patient first and a focus on improving
the lives of individuals through innovation and service development.
In addition to clinical work, the successful candidate will use evidence-based practice and undertake
clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Key Responsibilities & Tasks:
Use a range of
shape capture methods to successfully fit and deliver prostheses in a timely
manner.
Mentor students,
graduates and clinical apprentices.
Support
less-experienced colleagues.
Treat all users
with dignity keeping them informed on their prosthetic treatment and the basis
for actions/advice.
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 and assist
the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.
Support the team
to meet all KPI targets set throughout the year.
To liaise with the
Workshop Manager to address identified quality problems and assist in providing
effective solutions, thus minimizing unnecessary wastage.
Use IT systems
such as REHAPP to correctly record patient details and to process
orders/deliveries.
Agree objectives
with your manager and report regularly on progress.
Practice within
the code of ethics and guidelines of the HCPC.
Participate in
continuing professional development and ensure your CPD portfolio is
maintained.
Participate in
clinical audit.
The successful candidate will join an
enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national
training to develop their clinical skills to support the service. We aim to
deliver a first class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and
exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.
Skills & Personal Attributes:
The position requires the job holder to
possess:
Proven practical
experience working successfully as a Prosthetist with all levels of limb
difference.
Upper limb
experience preferred but not essential.
Committed to the
highest standards of patient care.
Proven experience
of working within high performing, collaborative teams.
Positive and
proactive can-do attitude.
Ability to build
and maintain excellent working relationships internally and externally.
Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent
attention to detail.
Diplomatic but
also assertive as required.
Able to
prioritise, plan and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting
priorities.
Robust judgement
and ability to make sound decisions quickly and effectively in complex
situations.
Self-motivated and
uses initiative.
Good standard of
literacy & numeracy.
Confidential and
professional.
Remains calm under
pressure.
Have full DBS
clearance.
Qualifications
Either: BSc Prosthetics & Orthotics / Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist / HND Prosthetics
Must also be fully HCPC Registered
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
The role holder will be an integral member of the senior clinical team
and will provide mentoring support to less experienced prosthetists, graduates,
and students.
The prosthetic department at Queen Marys Hospital consists of a large
MDT including prosthetists, orthotists, consultants, nurses, physiotherapists,
occupational therapists, a psychologist and wider referring teams. The role
holder will be instrumental in working closely with the prosthetic team to
advance and improve the delivery of the service.
At Roehampton, there is an emphasis on putting the patient first and a focus on improving
the lives of individuals through innovation and service development.
In addition to clinical work, the successful candidate will use evidence-based practice and undertake
clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.
Key Responsibilities & Tasks:
Use a range of
shape capture methods to successfully fit and deliver prostheses in a timely
manner.
Mentor students,
graduates and clinical apprentices.
Support
less-experienced colleagues.
Treat all users
with dignity keeping them informed on their prosthetic treatment and the basis
for actions/advice.
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 and assist
the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.
Support the team
to meet all KPI targets set throughout the year.
To liaise with the
Workshop Manager to address identified quality problems and assist in providing
effective solutions, thus minimizing unnecessary wastage.
Use IT systems
such as REHAPP to correctly record patient details and to process
orders/deliveries.
Agree objectives
with your manager and report regularly on progress.
Practice within
the code of ethics and guidelines of the HCPC.
Participate in
continuing professional development and ensure your CPD portfolio is
maintained.
Participate in
clinical audit.
The successful candidate will join an
enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national
training to develop their clinical skills to support the service. We aim to
deliver a first class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and
exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.
Skills & Personal Attributes:
The position requires the job holder to
possess:
Proven practical
experience working successfully as a Prosthetist with all levels of limb
difference.
Upper limb
experience preferred but not essential.
Committed to the
highest standards of patient care.
Proven experience
of working within high performing, collaborative teams.
Positive and
proactive can-do attitude.
Ability to build
and maintain excellent working relationships internally and externally.
Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills.
Excellent
attention to detail.
Diplomatic but
also assertive as required.
Able to
prioritise, plan and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting
priorities.
Robust judgement
and ability to make sound decisions quickly and effectively in complex
situations.
Self-motivated and
uses initiative.
Good standard of
literacy & numeracy.
Confidential and
professional.
Remains calm under
pressure.
Have full DBS
clearance.
Qualifications
Either: BSc Prosthetics & Orthotics / Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist / HND Prosthetics
Must also be fully HCPC Registered
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either:
- BSc Prosthetics & Orthotics
- Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist
- HND Prosthetics
- Must also be fully HCPC Registered
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either:
- BSc Prosthetics & Orthotics
- Certified Prosthetist/Orthotist
- HND Prosthetics
- Must also be fully HCPC Registered
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).
