Job summary
We
are currently seeking an experienced orthotist who is looking for an opportunity
to develop their career and be a part of our dynamic service in Gloucester.
The
role will involve working with a complex clinical case load and will present
exciting opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skillsets.
The role includes both
independent working and a couple of times a month, working in clinics alongside
the Clinical Lead who this role reports to.
Working at Gloucester
Royal and Community Hospitals
Opcares Gloucester services cover
orthotic clinics in Gloucester Royal, Stroud, The Vale, Cirencester,
Tewkesbury, North Cotswolds Hospital, and Cheltenham Hospitals. The department
provides inpatient, outpatient and community orthotic care for a wide variety
of patients. There is a complex mix of adult and paediatric MDTs and extended
practice clinics which provide a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting
and varied caseloads.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the delivery of high-quality care for all
patients and the smooth running of the service
Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams MDTs
Inputting and leading on initiatives within the service development plan
Conduct comprehensive assessment of patients to determine their orthotic
needs
Develop and implement personalised orthotic treatment plans
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in orthotic technology and
practices
Provide excellent patient care, education, and support throughout the
treatment process
Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, suppling, reviewing and
adjusting orthoses as required
Maintaining appropriate clinical notes
The
role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service
improvements for the betterment of patients in Gloucester and surrounding areas.
The
successful candidate will 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:
Certified Orthotist
HND Orthotics
BSc Orthotics
Must also be fully
HCPC Registered.
Must hold a
current and valid full drivers license
About us
Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare Group, 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.
What
do we offer
Competitive market salary
Industry leading training opportunities
Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology
Management development
Support to attend UK & Global clinical
conferences
AM Healthcare
Group Limited 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
Working at Gloucester
Royal and Community Hospitals
Opcares Gloucester services cover
orthotic clinics in Gloucester Royal, Stroud, The Vale, Cirencester,
Tewkesbury, North Cotswolds Hospital, and Cheltenham Hospitals. The department
provides inpatient, outpatient and community orthotic care for a wide variety
of patients. There is a complex mix of adult and paediatric MDTs and extended
practice clinics which provide a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting
and varied caseloads.
Job Summary:
We
are currently seeking an experienced orthotist who is looking for an opportunity
to develop their career and be a part of our dynamic service in Gloucester.
The
role will involve working with a complex clinical case load and will present
exciting opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skillsets.
The
role includes both independent working and a couple of times a month, working
in clinics alongside the Clinical Lead who this role reports to.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the delivery of high-quality care for all
patients and the smooth running of the service
Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams
(MDTs)
Inputting and leading on initiatives within the service development plan
Conduct comprehensive assessment of patients to determine their orthotic
needs
Develop and implement personalised orthotic treatment plans
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in orthotic technology and
practices
Provide excellent patient care, education, and support throughout the
treatment process
Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, suppling, reviewing and
adjusting orthoses as required
Maintaining appropriate clinical notes
The
role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service
improvements for the betterment of patients in Gloucester and surrounding areas.
The
successful candidate will 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:
Certified Orthotist
HND Orthotics
BSc Orthotics
Must also be fully
HCPC Registered.
Must hold a
current and valid full drivers license
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working at Gloucester
Royal and Community Hospitals
Opcares Gloucester services cover
orthotic clinics in Gloucester Royal, Stroud, The Vale, Cirencester,
Tewkesbury, North Cotswolds Hospital, and Cheltenham Hospitals. The department
provides inpatient, outpatient and community orthotic care for a wide variety
of patients. There is a complex mix of adult and paediatric MDTs and extended
practice clinics which provide a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting
and varied caseloads.
Job Summary:
We
are currently seeking an experienced orthotist who is looking for an opportunity
to develop their career and be a part of our dynamic service in Gloucester.
The
role will involve working with a complex clinical case load and will present
exciting opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skillsets.
The
role includes both independent working and a couple of times a month, working
in clinics alongside the Clinical Lead who this role reports to.
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure the delivery of high-quality care for all
patients and the smooth running of the service
Working closely with multi-disciplinary teams
(MDTs)
Inputting and leading on initiatives within the service development plan
Conduct comprehensive assessment of patients to determine their orthotic
needs
Develop and implement personalised orthotic treatment plans
Stay up to date with the latest advancements in orthotic technology and
practices
Provide excellent patient care, education, and support throughout the
treatment process
Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, suppling, reviewing and
adjusting orthoses as required
Maintaining appropriate clinical notes
The
role will be instrumental in helping to develop and implement service
improvements for the betterment of patients in Gloucester and surrounding areas.
The
successful candidate will 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:
Certified Orthotist
HND Orthotics
BSc Orthotics
Must also be fully
HCPC Registered.
Must hold a
current and valid full drivers license
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either:
- Certified Orthotist
- HND Orthotics
- BSc Orthotics
- HCPC Registered.
- Must hold a current and valid full drivers license
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Either:
- Certified Orthotist
- HND Orthotics
- BSc Orthotics
- HCPC Registered.
- Must hold a current and valid full drivers license
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).
