Graduate Prosthetist

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Job Description

Blatchford is an innovative, multi-award-winning, global, manufacturer of some of the world's most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices, as well as a provider of wider clinical services.
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 innovation, science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.
Working in partnership with the NHS, Blatchford provides the Prosthetic service In Brighton.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Prosthetist at our Brighton centre.
This is a highly varied role where you will treat a wide range of patients and work in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
The role:
As a Graduate Prosthetist you will use your clinical skill and experience to contribute to the delivery of a first class Prosthetic Clinical Service.
We are seeking a Graduate Prosthetist with broad-based experience who is looking for an opportunity to develop and contribute.
Key Responsibilities:
  • 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?
Essential skills and experience
  • Degree qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics.
  • 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.
  • Be able to manage difficult, challenging, and sensitive situations.
  • Good judgment and decision-making skills
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
We are a supportive and committed company, with a focused team, dedicated to improving patient care.
If you feel you have the background to be considered for this Graduate Prosthetist position, please apply now.
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Location:
Brighton
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Healthcare

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