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 an exciting opportunity for an Orthotist to support our clinics across Derby, Chesterfield, and Buxton.
The role:
As Orthotist you will provide a high standard of Clinical Orthotic Care to all patients and assist in the day to day running of the service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting a caseload of clients with a wide range of complex conditions and recommending the best course of intervention.
- Effectively communicating with informed patient consent, discussing the reasons for the prescription.
- Providing counselling, advice, and support as necessary to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of condition.
- Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, suppling, reviewing, and adjusting orthoses as required.
- Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records.
- Providing training in the field of Orthotics at all levels
What can we offer you?
- Competitive salary + Car Allowance
- 25 days holiday (rising with service)
- Option to purchase additional holiday.
- Pension
- Death in Service
- Discounted shopping and leisure activities
- On Demand Pay
- Health cash plan
- Cycle to work scheme#
- HCPC membership paid.
- DBS paid.
- Strong CPD programme, tailored to individual development needs.
What are we looking for?
- Essential skills and experience
- Qualified in Prosthetics/Orthotics
- HCPC registration
- Member of BAPO/ISPO (desirable)
- Experience in a wide range of orthotic provision including paediatrics, orthopaedics, and footwear.
- Able to prioritise and manage workload.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work autonomously.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating with colleagues at all levels.
- Be able to manage difficult, challenging, and sensitive situations.
- Good judgment and decision-making skills
- Full UK driving licence.
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 position, please apply now.