Job summary
Senior Orthotist - Band 6
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board*(Band 6 Annex 21 Development Pathway Available)*
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board is seeking an enthusiastic Senior Orthotist (Band 6) to join our friendly and expanding Orthotics Service, based in the capital city of Wales.
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a well-established, forward-thinking NHS Orthotics department, delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a varied clinical caseload, valuing innovation, learning, and evidence-based practice.
Annex 21 - Developing Applicants Welcome
Whilst advertised at Band 6, applications are welcomed fromnewly qualified or less-experienced Orthotists. For the right candidate, appointment at Band 6 under Annex 21 may be offered, with a structured development plan to support progression to Band 6.
About the Role
The post includes inpatient and outpatient clinics across major Cardiff hospitals, along with clinics in two Additional Learning Needs (ALN) schools, working within established MDTs. The caseload includes rheumatology, orthopaedics, neurology, spinal/scoliosis and diabetology. Cardiff & Vale UHB is the main centre for scoliosis management in South Wales, with strong links to the Major Trauma Unit.
Essential Criteria
- HCPC registration as an Orthotist / Prosthetist
- Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Experience across a range of clinical pathologies
Main duties of the job
They will deliver orthotic clinics with their own caseload of patients and provide advice to medical and nursing staff in the UHB on aspects of orthotic assessment, provision and management.
Opportunities to work on and contribute to a range of service developments will be made available, as well as being involved in working with and supervising the work of students and trainees coming through the department. MDT working is essential and a strong knowledge in working with Scoliosis patients will be an advantage.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
- To undertake orthotic assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of routine and complex needs.
- To communicate effectively and efficiently with a range of professional colleagues including medical and surgical Consultants, ward staff, therapy staff and administration staff.
- Provide clinical and professional advice to the multi-disciplinary team and/or patients/carers regarding appropriate orthotic provision and ongoing care.
- To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods to ensure effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues where information may be highly complex and require the use of well-developed skills of persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.
- To overcome barriers to understanding, including communication difficulties, anxiety or motivation.
- Clear and effective communication with orthotic product and serviceproviders.
- To liaise with Clinical Lead Orthotist, Senior Specialist Orthotists, and Orthotic Services Manager as appropriate to ensure efficient and effective clinical services are maintained.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Bsc Hons Prosthetics/Orthotics
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Scoliosis Experience
- Years experience in Orthotic Role 2+
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of CPD work over past 2 years
Desirable
- BAPO membership
- Good It Skills
- Experience working in an MDT setting
- Currently Practicing
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address
ALAS Rookwood Hospital
Fairwater Road
Cardiff
CF5 2YN
United Kingdom
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