Blatchford is an innovative, multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices, as well as a provider of wider clinical services.
Our evidence-based approach and commitment to continuously challenge possibilities ensures our mobility solutions prioritise the wellbeing and long-term health of our users.
Through innovation, science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Orthotist to join our team delivering the Prosthetics and Orthotic service on behalf of the NHS in Northamptonshire.
The role:
As an experienced Orthotist you will bring a broad base of clinical experience to this dynamic team of Prosthetists, Orthotists and Technicians. The Northamptonshire Service offers a high level of clinical facilities with on-site workshops, gait analysis and pressure measurement systems. Joint MDT clinics are also held within the Northampton and Kettering General Hospitals and local schools.
At this neuro rehabilitation setting, you will also have the scope to introduce a specialist neuro clinic, supporting care pathways for patients following community discharge.
Key Responsibilities:
- Treating a complex range of patients, using the latest technology including CAD CAM.
- Assessing, casting/scanning, fitting, supplying, reviewing, and adjusting orthoses across lower limb amputation levels.
- Managing your patient’s case, ensuring needs are respected and the patient is informed throughout the process.
- Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records
- Making a proactive contribution to the Service Contract and Company as a whole
What are we looking for?
Essential skills and experience
- Qualified in Prosthetics/Orthotics
- HCPC registration
- Significant UK clinical experience and a solid understanding of the NHS.
- Experience in lower limb prosthetics/Orthotics
- Experience or have a desire to be involved in audit or service evaluation.
- Strong communication skills
- Team player
- Member of BAPO/ISPO (desirable)
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary
- Relocation allowance
- 25 days holiday (rising with service)
- Opportunity to purchase additional holiday.
- Pension
- Paid HCPC Registration
- Protected CPD programme, tailored to individual development needs.
- Ongoing internal and external training and courses
- Discounted shopping and leisure activities
- Discounted gym membership
- Health cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Refer a friend incentive scheme.
We are a supportive and committed company, with a focused team, dedicated to improving patient care.
If you feel you have the background to be considered for this Orthotist role, please apply now.