Job summary
The Royal Berkshire Hospital (RBH) in Reading is looking to recruit a full time Orthotist to add to their clinical team. Clinical experience is preferred but graduate applications are welcome.
The successful applicant will work within and contribute to develop the service striving to promote the trusts CARE values.
The service runs specialist paediatric clinics, joint diabetic and neuromuscular clinics and general orthotic clinics. All customed orthoses are sourced externally and the department encourages a strong clinician / technician relationship in order to achieve the best clinical outcome. The department supports university students and the successful candidate will be involved in their training.
If you would like to be a member of an enthusiastic NHS team committed to training & development that ensures your own continuing professional development then we would welcome your application.
All applicants must be HCPC registered. BAPO membership is encouraged. Please be aware that interviews are face to face only.
Applications from Band 5's are welcome
Main duties of the job
Work with the Clinical Lead in the delivery of the orthotic service in both in-patient and out-patient settings at the RBHFT and satellite clinics.
Undertake clinical assessment of complex patients, including patients with co-exisiting medical conditions, who are referred to the Orthotics department by consultants, GP`s and other allied health professionals.
Use all available methods of data capture e.g. casting and measuring, to enable effect orthotic design and manufacture.
Carry out clinics within the Royal Berkshire hospital and also be able to run a satellite clinic in the surrounding areas
Be able to effectively communicate with orthotic manufactures at a high level in the prescription and subsequent manufacture of the required orthoses.
Be able to successfully assess the orthoses following manufacture, ensuring correct specification to enable best clinical outcome.
Be able to successfully run an orthotic speciality within the department e.g Diabetic, neurorehab, paediatric clinic, lycra clinic.
About us
Be able to successfully fit all types of orthoses to a high standard and arranging follow-up appointments where appropriate, to re-assess clinical outcomes and effectiveness.
Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to communicate effectively with patients and carers.
Be legally and professionally responsible for all aspects of your own work, including the management of patients in your care as an autonomous practitioner.
Manage your orthotic caseload effectively and efficiently, ensuring that each orthotic design is not rushed or compromised due to poor time management.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with professional standards of practise and department guidelines. This will include writing patient specific reports, discharge letters and the use of electronic patient records (EPR).
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
If you require further information regarding this role or would like to arrange a visit, please contact the Lead Orthotist as below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further details please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification
If you require further information regarding this role or would like to arrange a visit, please contact the Lead Orthotist as below.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications & Training
Essential
- BSc Degree-Prosthetics & Orthotics or equivalent Higher Diploma (OPTEC)
- HPC registered
- Evidence of further training applicable to the role of an Orthotist, e.g. experience in the use of lycra garments in the management of cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions.
- Evidence of significant continual professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Full member of the British Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists (BAPO)
Experience
Essential
- Band 5 and/or band 6 experience
- Experience in basic I.T systems
- Supervisory experience of a junior orthotist or student orthotist.
- Experience in working within an MDT setting in the management of one of the following areas: diabetes, cerebral palsy, Stroke
Desirable
- Experience in using electronic patient records
- Be able to comfortably discuss an area of orthotics that you are particularly interested in
Skills, Knowledge and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to think quickly and assess clinical
- Ability to work on own initiative when required
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team
Desirable
- Undertaking of a piece of research
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications & Training
Essential
- BSc Degree-Prosthetics & Orthotics or equivalent Higher Diploma (OPTEC)
- HPC registered
- Evidence of further training applicable to the role of an Orthotist, e.g. experience in the use of lycra garments in the management of cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions.
- Evidence of significant continual professional development (CPD)
Desirable
- Full member of the British Association of Prosthetists & Orthotists (BAPO)
Experience
Essential
- Band 5 and/or band 6 experience
- Experience in basic I.T systems
- Supervisory experience of a junior orthotist or student orthotist.
- Experience in working within an MDT setting in the management of one of the following areas: diabetes, cerebral palsy, Stroke
Desirable
- Experience in using electronic patient records
- Be able to comfortably discuss an area of orthotics that you are particularly interested in
Skills, Knowledge and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to think quickly and assess clinical
- Ability to work on own initiative when required
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to work effectively and efficiently within a team
Desirable
- Undertaking of a piece of research
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).
