We are looking for an Orthotist to join our experienced and exciting team. We specialise in assessing and managing complex MSK foot & ankle conditions, scoliosis and spinal cord injury. Utilising a collaborative approach, the Orthotists work with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, especially Orthopaedic surgeons, clinical nurse specialists and physiotherapists. We are looking for a Band 6 Orthotist with experience in dealing with complex foot and ankle and lower limb issues as we strive to improve this service and manage a diverse patient caseload.
Our Orthotics Department boasts a large staffed on-site workshop with manufacturing facilities which provide opportunities to communicate on a one-to-one basis with our technical staff and develop your manufacture and design skills.
The main Orthotics Department is located on the hospital site at Stanmore. A satellite Orthotics Department also operates at Bolsover Street Central London Assessment Centre which the applicant would have to be willing to attend when required.
Applicants for this post should be: Graduates in Prosthetics and Orthotics
All applicants are required to be HCPC registered and ideally be members of BAPO.
Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a high standard of orthotic care to patients with a diverse range of pathologies and complexity. There will be treatment for both outpatients and inpatients as part of a broad MDT. They will contribute to the development, improvement, and delivery of the service.
Job responsibilities To perform good quality assessment of patients using advanced communication skills. To collaboratively identify patient-centred goals. Use measurement and data acquisition techniques in recording all information to ensure accuracy of patient prescriptions. Perform positive model rectifications as appropriate. Perform risk assessments in the selection of components for customised devices to ensure patient safety. Evaluate the completed device on the patient to ensure the desired quality of body-device interface, functional alignment, comfort, cosmetic appearance and mechanical integrity and safety. To be responsible for own caseload working without direct supervision and work as an autonomous professional. To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with professional standards of practice and department procedure. To liaise with other members of the RNOH multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and in other organisations to ensure the best level of care for each individual. Promote the Orthotist role within the clinical unit by undertaking evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team clinical practice. To make recommendations to the clinical lead/manager for changes to practice that could enhance patient or staff experience. Contribute to the smooth running of the Orthotics service through regular supervision of students. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as the person being appraised and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. Under direction, collect data for use in service audit and research projects. Under direction, manage and undertake research into specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using appropriate methodologies. Maintain, develop and record own CPD activities to ensure you strive to meet professional and service standards of care. Contribute to the learning and development of the team through IST. Assist more CSW staff in the development of their IPR objectives. Assist in the training and induction of new staff according to their learning needs. Assists senior staff in presenting educational sessions to the MDT. Shares good practice with all grades of staff formally & informally. Provides specialist advice and education to AHPs in other organisations who may be specialists in the field. Support the work experience programme providing the opportunity for students to observe, thereby promoting the profession. To be aware of and comply with all RNOH policies and procedures. To actively participate in professional and departmental duties. Any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post including cover for administrative, managerial and clinical tasks in the temporary absence of another member of the team, as appropriate to own level of experience.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) Prosthetics and Orthotics
Professional registration Essential HCPC registered prosthetist/orthotist
Desirable Member of BAPO
CPD Essential Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to this post.
Experience Essential Experience working with patients with complex needs. Well-reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH. Involvement in audit and understanding quality issues. Experience of teaching less experienced staff or students.
Desirable Experience in NHS.
Skills Essential Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research. Understands legal responsibilities of profession. Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner. Ability to organise and prioritise. Ability to communicate with patients with impaired communication abilities. Demonstrates clinical reasoning, applying theory to practice. Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance and its implications for Orthotics. Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day. Ability to work in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers. IT Skills.
Desirable Competent IT skills. Presentation skills.
Employer details Employer name Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust Address Stanmore Brockley Hill Stanmore HA7 4LP
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392-RNOH-1113 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Our Orthotics Department boasts a large staffed on-site workshop with manufacturing facilities which provide opportunities to communicate on a one-to-one basis with our technical staff and develop your manufacture and design skills.
The main Orthotics Department is located on the hospital site at Stanmore. A satellite Orthotics Department also operates at Bolsover Street Central London Assessment Centre which the applicant would have to be willing to attend when required.
Applicants for this post should be: Graduates in Prosthetics and Orthotics
All applicants are required to be HCPC registered and ideally be members of BAPO.
Main duties of the job The post holder will provide a high standard of orthotic care to patients with a diverse range of pathologies and complexity. There will be treatment for both outpatients and inpatients as part of a broad MDT. They will contribute to the development, improvement, and delivery of the service.
Job responsibilities To perform good quality assessment of patients using advanced communication skills. To collaboratively identify patient-centred goals. Use measurement and data acquisition techniques in recording all information to ensure accuracy of patient prescriptions. Perform positive model rectifications as appropriate. Perform risk assessments in the selection of components for customised devices to ensure patient safety. Evaluate the completed device on the patient to ensure the desired quality of body-device interface, functional alignment, comfort, cosmetic appearance and mechanical integrity and safety. To be responsible for own caseload working without direct supervision and work as an autonomous professional. To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with professional standards of practice and department procedure. To liaise with other members of the RNOH multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and in other organisations to ensure the best level of care for each individual. Promote the Orthotist role within the clinical unit by undertaking evidence-based audit and research projects to further own and team clinical practice. To make recommendations to the clinical lead/manager for changes to practice that could enhance patient or staff experience. Contribute to the smooth running of the Orthotics service through regular supervision of students. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as the person being appraised and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. Under direction, collect data for use in service audit and research projects. Under direction, manage and undertake research into specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using appropriate methodologies. Maintain, develop and record own CPD activities to ensure you strive to meet professional and service standards of care. Contribute to the learning and development of the team through IST. Assist more CSW staff in the development of their IPR objectives. Assist in the training and induction of new staff according to their learning needs. Assists senior staff in presenting educational sessions to the MDT. Shares good practice with all grades of staff formally & informally. Provides specialist advice and education to AHPs in other organisations who may be specialists in the field. Support the work experience programme providing the opportunity for students to observe, thereby promoting the profession. To be aware of and comply with all RNOH policies and procedures. To actively participate in professional and departmental duties. Any other duties commensurate with the grade and in line with the requirement of this post including cover for administrative, managerial and clinical tasks in the temporary absence of another member of the team, as appropriate to own level of experience.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc (Hons) Prosthetics and Orthotics
Professional registration Essential HCPC registered prosthetist/orthotist
Desirable Member of BAPO
CPD Essential Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to this post.
Experience Essential Experience working with patients with complex needs. Well-reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH. Involvement in audit and understanding quality issues. Experience of teaching less experienced staff or students.
Desirable Experience in NHS.
Skills Essential Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research. Understands legal responsibilities of profession. Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner. Ability to organise and prioritise. Ability to communicate with patients with impaired communication abilities. Demonstrates clinical reasoning, applying theory to practice. Demonstrates an understanding of clinical governance and its implications for Orthotics. Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day. Ability to work in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers. IT Skills.
Desirable Competent IT skills. Presentation skills.
Employer details Employer name Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust Address Stanmore Brockley Hill Stanmore HA7 4LP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
392-RNOH-1113 #J-18808-Ljbffr
