Clinical Lead Prosthetist
3 weeks ago
Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare, is the largest supplier of prosthetic and orthotic services to the NHS. As a company we aim to continuously improve the services we deliver and develop those who work for us.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced Prosthetist Clinical Lead who is looking for an opportunity to develop their career and be a part of our large and dynamic team in Cambridge. The role will involve working with a complex clinical case load and therefore clinical expertise in at least one area of prosthetics is essential, but there will also be opportunities to develop into different specialities. The role holder will be instrumental in managing the prosthetic clinical team and providing support and insight to the technical team and wider NHS MDT to advance and improve the delivery of the service. The role holder will be an integral member of the senior clinical team within Opcare and will provide mentoring support to less experienced prosthetists, graduates, and students.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
- Line management of the Prosthetics clinical team
- Reporting responsibilities with regards to delivery of the service in line with NHS and internal key performance indicators
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality care for all patients and the smooth running of the service
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) across Cambridgeshire and the wider Trust including Surgeons and Consultants
- Share your knowledge and experience with junior colleagues and offer mentorship to graduates and students
- Help coordinate and contribute to in-service training sessions
- The role holder will be a registered Prosthetist able to support development and service improvements for the betterment of patients in the county of Cambridgeshire
- The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national training to develop their clinical and managerial skills to support the service
We aim to deliver a first-class service for users whilst applying the most advanced and exciting clinical and technical solutions available to patients.
About us
Working at Cambridge
Opcare has been providing the Prosthetic and Orthotic Service in Cambridgeshire since 2009. This role is an excellent opportunity to have a key influence within the service to advance and improve the delivery of the service. The Prosthetic Department is based in our brand-new facility in Great Shelford, Cambridge. This is a purpose-built facility for the delivery of our services, where we provide outpatient and community prosthetic care for a wide variety of patients. There is a complex mix of Adult and Paediatric MDTs and extended practice clinics which provide a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting and varied caseloads.
Onsite at Cambridge, we work closely with the gait lab team, specialist physiotherapists and orthopaedic surgeons for surgical and medical planning pathways for paediatric and adult amputees. There is opportunity to work across company networks and groups including 3D manufacturing, scanning and clinical governance projects.
What do we offer?
Competitive market salary
Industry leading training opportunities
Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology
Management development
Access to UK & Global clinical conferences
To apply please email your CV with a cover letter ASAP to recruitment@abilitymatters.com
Job responsibilities
Job title Clinical Lead Prosthetist
Location Great Shelford, Cambridge
Opcare, part of the AM Healthcare, is the largest supplier of prosthetic and orthotic services to the NHS. As a company we aim to continuously improve the services we deliver and develop those who work for us.
Looking to take the next step upwards in your career pathway?
Looking to join one of the fastest growing clinical service delivery companies in the UK?
Do you want to join an organisation and team that believes in putting the patient first and focuses on improving the lives of individuals through innovation and service development?
Want to join a team that focuses on staff and people development?
Working at Cambridge
Opcare has been providing the Prosthetic and Orthotic Service in Cambridgeshire since 2009. This role is an excellent opportunity to have a key influence within the service to advance and improve the delivery of the service. The Prosthetic Department is based in our brand new facility in Great Shelford, Cambridge. This is a purpose-built facility for the delivery of our services, where we provide outpatient and community prosthetic care for a wide variety of patients. There is a complex mix of Adult and Paediatric MDTs and extended practice clinics which provide a great opportunity to be exposed to interesting and varied caseloads.
Onsite at Cambridge, we work closely with the gait lab team, specialist physiotherapists and orthopaedic surgeons for surgical and medical planning pathways for paediatric and adult amputees. Alongside the specialist clinics, the role leads and supports the day-to-day delivery of prosthetic services within the county. There is opportunity to work across company networks and groups including 3D manufacturing, scanning and clinical governance projects.
Job Summary:
We are currently seeking an experienced Prosthetist Clinical Lead who is looking for an opportunity to develop their career and be a part of our large and dynamic team in Cambridge. The role will involve working with a complex clinical case load and therefore clinical expertise in at least one area of prosthetics is essential, but there will also be opportunities to develop into different specialities. The role holder will be instrumental in managing the prosthetic clinical team and providing support and insight to the technical team and wider NHS MDT to advance and improve the delivery of the service. The role holder will be an integral member of the senior clinical team within Opcare and will provide mentoring support to less experienced prosthetists, graduates, and students.
Key Responsibilities
Some of the key responsibilities the role holder will have
- Line management of the Prosthetics clinical team
- Reporting responsibilities with regards to delivery of the service in line with NHS and internal key performance indicators
- Ensure the delivery of high quality care for all patients and the smooth running of the service
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) across Cambridgeshire and the wider Trust including Surgeons and Consultants
- Share your knowledge and experience with junior colleagues and offer mentorship to graduates and students
- Help coordinate and contribute to in-service training sessions
- The role holder will be a registered Prosthetist that can support development and service improvements for the betterment of patients in the county of Cambridgeshire
- The successful candidate will join an enthusiastic and busy team, and be supported with local, regional, and national training to develop their clinical and managerial skills to support the service
Qualifications
- BSc Prosthetics and Orthotics
- Certified Prosthetist
- HND Prosthetics
- Must also be fully HCPC Registered
What do we offer?
Competitive market salary
Industry leading training opportunities
Access to innovative scanning and 3D technology
Management development
Access to UK & Global clinical conferences
Ability Matters Group Limited are an equal opportunities employer, we have a clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all operations of the group.
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