Senior Orthotist

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate extensive clinical experience across a wide range of patient groups and conditions, using advanced problem-solving and clinical reasoning to deliver evidence based care. Work independently within established protocols, adhering to prescription guidelines with minimal supervision. Provide expert second opinions and clinical leadership, contributing to multidisciplinary team MDT decision making and supporting the management of complex cases. Maintain a strong awareness of key performance indicators KPIs, ensuring clinical practice aligns with service expectations and supporting colleagues to achieve performance standards. Positively and proactively contribute to service development and identify improvement opportunities within area of responsibility

Skills and Experience

Essential

Highly developed interpersonal skills including formal and informal communication Proven record of working within an active, fast paced clinical environment Working proactively and collaboratively in the team and wider trust Interest in service development and or evidence of involvement Able to prioritise, plan and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting priorities.

Desirable

Published evidence of specialist work within clinical field. Sound working knowledge of REHAPP Opcares clinical management system. Experience mentoring students or graduates Knowledge or experience with

CAD CAM Qualifications

Essential

BSc Hons in Prosthetics and Orthotics, or equivalent HCPC registered

Full driving licence Desirable

Relevant MSc, or postgraduate qualifications in a clinical area. Practice educator training BAPO member ISPO member