Graduate Orthotist

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 orthotic service across Lancashire and Morcombe Bay.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Orthotist to support our clinics across the region. Your key focus will be on our clinics in Lancaster, Kendal and Barrow-in-Furness.

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. You will also gain exposure to Prosthetic patients.

The role:

As a Graduate Orthotist you will use your clinical skill and experience to contribute to the delivery of a first class Orthotic Clinical Service.

We are seeking a Graduate Orthotist with broad-based experience who is looking for an opportunity to develop and contribute.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting a caseload of clients with a wide range of complex conditions and recommending the best course of intervention.
• Effectively communicating with informed patient consent, discussing the reasons for the prescription.
• Providing counselling, advice, and support as necessary to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of condition.
• Assessing, measuring, casting, fitting, supplying, reviewing, and adjusting orthoses as required.
• Maintaining appropriate clinical notes and records.
• Providing training in the field of Orthotics at all levels

What are we looking for?

Essential skills and experience

• Qualified in Prosthetics/Orthotics
• HCPC registration
• Member of BAPO/ISPO (desirable)
• Experience in a wide range of orthotic provision including paediatrics, orthopaedics, and footwear.
• Able to prioritise and manage workload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of communicating with colleagues at all levels.
• Be able to manage difficult, challenging, and sensitive situations.
• Good judgment and decision-making skills

What can we offer you?

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday (rising with service)
• Pension
• Discounted shopping and leisure activities
• On Demand Pay
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Strong CPD programme, tailored to individual development needs.

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 Orthotist position, please apply now.