Job Description

An exciting opportunity exists for a full-time, permanent Orthotist, with post-graduate experience, to join the in-house Orthotics department at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. It is primarily a clinical role treating both inpatients and outpatients in a variety of clinics.

Requirements



HCPC registration as an Orthotist (essential)



Membership of BAPO (desirable)



The Orthotics Department is based within an acute Trust that includes a Major Trauma Centre and a Spinal Injuries Unit, offering exposure to a diverse and often complex patient population.

The successful candidate will:

Deliver care across a range of outpatient clinics, with adequate time allocated for assessments.



Provide dedicated support for inpatient services on the wards.



Work closely within multi-disciplinary teams, participating in joint clinics such as:



Diabetic Foot



Neurology



Paediatrics



Complex Footwear



Spinal



The department benefits from an on-site, fully equipped workshop staffed by six skilled technicians, ensuring excellent support for clinical staff. All Orthotists participate in weekly in-service training, have protected CPD time, and are encouraged to contribute to service development within both the department and the wider therapies and rehabilitation pathways.



With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.



Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!



We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.



The Orthotics Department is committed to delivering high-quality, efficient, and patient-centred care. We continually strive to innovate and improve services to meet the evolving needs of our patients.



The department places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, offering:



Regular clinical supervision



Access to external education and training opportunities



Scheduled wellbeing sessions



You will join a supportive and forward-thinking team comprising:



10 Orthotists



2 Orthotic Assistants



6 Technicians



6 Administrative Staff



Facilities include an on-site workshop with CAD-CAM technology, including a Rodin scanner, iPad scanner, and milling machine. Clinical work will be primarily based at the Queen's Medical Centre in a newly built, custom-designed department, and at the City Hospital Campus, some work within the National Rehab Centre and community work my be required. Please see the attached job description and personal specification for further details.