Job responsibilities
Job
Description
Job
Title
Orthotist
Department
and Location
Patient Solutions
Purpose
of the Role
To provide a high standard of
Clinical Orthotic Care to all patients, to assist in the day to day running
of the service. In addition to provide support any students and junior
members of the team and generally to support the company in all aspects of
contracting services
Key
Responsibilities and Activities
People
Management
To follow
the Blatchford employment policies and procedures to actively support the
development of the more junior orthotic team through mentoring, coaching, and
training.
Operational
To provide professional Orthotic Services to a
variety of customers as directed by the Clinical & Contract Manager or
equivalent/company.
Interpret and analyse
clinical and non-clinical facts to form prognoses in a wide range of complex
conditions and recommend the best course of intervention.
Undertake comprehensive examination and assessment
of clients of all ages, including those with a complex presentation, (complex
physical, cognitive, language, sensory disability), using investigative and
analytical skills, and to formulate individualised
management plans, using clinical reasoning, and utilising a wide
range of Orthotic options to formulate a specialised programme of
care.
Demonstrate detailed understanding of the clients
presented pathology together with specialist knowledge of indications and
contra-indications in relation to their clinical condition and orthotic
treatment; where appropriate, discuss with the clinical team appropriate
clinical intervention.
Accept clinical responsibility for a designated
caseload of clients, and to organise this
effectively and efficiently regarding clinical priorities, use of time and
awareness of budgetary constraints.
Develop a professional relationship with the client
and/or carer for
effective communication; with informed patient consent, discussing the
reasons for the prescription. Provide counselling,
advice, and support as necessary to maximise
rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of condition.
To assess, measure, cast, fit, supply, review and
adjust orthoses as required.
To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team at all
levels to ensure the most appropriate and effective treatment for patients.
To develop a good relationship with all Patients,
Customers and Colleagues.
To work within the parameters of always accepted
best practice.
To maintain appropriate clinical notes and records.
To train others in the field of Orthotics at all
levels, including professional, medical, Professions Allied to Medicine
(PAMs), paramedical, technical, and administrative staff.
To take part in clinical audit.
To be aware of and meet the needs at all times of
Blatchford procedures, including Health and Safety.
To be aware of and meet the needs of clinical and
information governance.
Reporting
To provide all relevant documentation and technical
information as required
Miscellaneous
To maintain an up to date Continuing Professional
Development Portfolio and continually update yourself with developments in
the field of Orthotics.
To contribute to clinical research in participation
with other healthcare professionals, clinical and technical staff.
To take part in clinical audit.
Every
employee has a responsibility for Health and Safety. This includes accident,
incident and near miss reporting, undertaking training as requested by the
company and taking responsibility for the health and safety of themselves and
others in the working environment.
Performance
Standards and Expectations
1.
Always promote a positive image of the Company,
behaving in accordance with the Company values.
Key
working relationships
Role
Reports to: Area Manager
Direct
Reports into the Role: None
Internal
and external relationships:
Internal
Orthotic Team
Orthotic Administration Team
Customer Services
External
Patients
NHS Managers
NHS Administration
Manufacturing staff
Community Hospitals
General
information
The post holder must be flexible in their approach,
undertaking any other duties appropriate to the position, as necessary. You
may also be required to travel to locations other than your normal place of
work. Due to the nature of your role,
it may be necessary to work to time constraints and tight deadlines. This may
occasionally require staying late or working outside normal working hours of
attendance.
Although the above job description
contains the main elements of your duties, from time to time you will receive
further instructions as to the nature of your responsibilities. Because of the ever changing and developing
nature of the Company's business your obligations/duties will inevitably also
vary and develop over time. The
Company reserves the right at any time during your employment to require you
to undertake duties, which are reasonable and fall within your capabilities.
This document outlines the major
areas of responsibility and key tasks.
It is not intended to be an exhaustive job description.
___________________________________ _____________________________
Employee
Signature Date
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Print Name
Person Specification Orthotist
Essential
Desirable
Qualifications,
Education and Training:
Must be
in possession of a recognised route to qualification, e.g., BSc in P&O.
HCPC
registration as an Orthotist
Membership
of BAPO
Experience and Knowledge:
Experience
of working with adults within Orthotics
Experience
of working in the NHS
Post
graduate orthotic clinical experience
Ability
to work independently.
Behaviours, Skills and Competencies:
Demonstrate
a sound knowledge of orthotics.
Always
show empathy with patients.
Customer
care, commercial astuteness, and flexibility
Ability
to prioritise workload.
Good
organisational skills.
Excellent
verbal, written and IT skills
Audit
of clinical practice
Knowledge
of quality systems e.g. ISO9001 2008
Other:
Good communication
and inter-personal skills.
Reflect
an adaptable approach to your workload and environment.
Car
driver
It is essential that the Post Holder can consistently demonstrate
the essential characteristics associated with our Company Values:
Courage: We are open, committed, and confident
Learning: We are curious, resilient, and continually
developing
Collaboration: We are united, straightforward, and connected
Innovation: We are focused, experimental and agile
Integrity: We are Transparent, Accountable, Honourable