Orthotist

Job summary

To be part of a highly motivated team, having NHS post registration experience, working independently in both community and acute settings, providing a high standard of quality clinical care.

To take a lead role in the assessment and treatment of service users referred to the podiatry department who may have complex and / or chronic presentation.

Guided by broad operational policies, to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individual programmes of care for your own caseload of service users, who will present with a wide range of clinical needs, including acute and chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems and wound management.

To assist the Head of Podiatry Services, advising on and actioning the procurement of medical and surgical equipment as required within the Department. You will be assisting the Head of Podiatry Services with operational and administrative functions, statistical analysis and quality initiatives.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To be part of a highly motivated team, having NHS post registration experience, working independently in both community and acute settings, providing a high standard of quality clinical care.

To take a lead role in the assessment and treatment of service users referred to the podiatry department who may have complex and / or chronic presentation.

Guided by broad operational policies, to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individual programmes of care for your own caseload of service users, who will present with a wide range of clinical needs, including acute and chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems and wound management.

To assist the Head of Podiatry Services, advising on and actioning the procurement of medical and surgical equipment as required within the Department. You will be assisting the Head of Podiatry Services with operational and administrative functions, statistical analysis and quality initiatives.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.