Senior Prosthetist - Manchester, United Kingdom - Opcare under Ability Matters Group

Opcare under Ability Matters Group

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Manchester, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Senior Prosthetist Opcare, part of the international healthcare company Ability Matters Group, is one of the largest suppliers of artificial limb services to the HSE in the UK.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to join our team in Manchester.

Job Summary:

The role holder assesses patients in conjunction with Physiotherapists, NHS Consultants, Doctors and other members of the interdisciplinary team as appropriate then provides prosthetic treatment based on best practice.

To advance the delivery of the Opcare prosthetic service by embracing evidence-based medicine and the result of Clinical audit in line with the requirements of clinical governance.

Responsibilities To ensure prostheses issued to patients are fitting and functioning satisfactorily and provided in a timely manner. To support and assist the clinical lead and assistant clinical lead with reporting tasks as required.

To lead by example and ensure the prosthetic clinical team is engaged with, and motivated to achieve, any patient and business-led objectives in place.

Support your colleagues through training, advice and coaching.

What experience you will need Confidence in measuring, tracing / casting and fitting prostheses Be committed to the highest standards of patient care and building strong relationships with patients and colleagues Proficient IT skills for patient note documentation and ordering systems We will also require applicants to be either a Certified Prosthetist or hold an HND/BSc in Orthotics/Prosthetics.

Why work at Queen Marys Hospital? Be a part of a large diverse prosthetic team with 1-20+ years experience Strong MDT working Inpatient and outpatient service Upper limb service with specialised technicians On site workshop Gait lab Gym and exercise classes with free access for staff Historic Richmond Park nearby Strong research ethic What we can offer Incremental holiday allowance 33 days up to days ( inclusive of bank holidays) Performance related bonus Registration fees Refer a friend incentive scheme Continuing professional development Opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and exposure to different clinics Ongoing internal and external training and courses 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.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent