Job Description
Blatchford is a multi-award-winning manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. 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 science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Prosthetist to join our specialist team based at the West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre, Selly Oak, Birmingham.
As a Graduate Prosthetist you will work as an integral member of a strong MDT in this busy centre, where you will have the opportunity to further develop your experience in all areas of prosthetics.
Including upper and lower limb, paediatrics plus a high volume of complex patient cases.
The role
Key duties:
* Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, delivering, reviewing, and adjusting prosthesis as required across a range of amputation levels.
* Managing patient expectations, ensuring needs are respected and that the patient is kept fully informed.
* Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records
* Maintaining an up to date Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Portfolio
* Participating in postgraduate training courses arranged by the company or local centre.
* Attending meetings and conferences.
What are we looking for?
As a Graduate Prosthetist you will have the following.
Key skills
* Degree qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics, or equivalent.
* HCPC registration
* BAPO or ISPO (desirable).
* Experience in lower limb prosthetics
* Experience in delivering a range of prosthetic clinics.
* Experience or have a desire to be involved in audit or service evaluation.
What can we offer you?
* A structured graduate training programme
* In house and external clinical training
* On-going support and one to one mentoring from experienced clinicians
* CPD support to further develop your clinical skills
* Opportunities to dual practice
* Competitive salary
* 25 days holiday increasing with service
* Opportunity to purchase additional holiday
* Contributory pension
* Discounted shopping and leisure activities
* Health cash plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* On demand pay
If you want to start your career with Blatchford, in this highly rewarding, clinical challenging environment, please apply now.
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