Overview
In this Prosthetist role, you assess and address patients' prosthetic needs within a modern, patient-centered setting as part of a multidisciplinary team. You measure, cast, fit, and deliver prostheses, ensuring optimal alignment, comfort, and durability, while monitoring performance and making necessary adjustments. You will lead prosthetic prescriptions and collaborate closely with patients, families, and clinicians to achieve meaningful outcomes in a specialist, clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Assess prosthetic needs through clinical evaluation and gait analysis
- Measure, cast, fit, and deliver prostheses with biomechanical alignment and durability
- Monitor prosthetic fit and performance; address issues to prevent complications
- Lead in prescribing prosthetic interventions and communicate with patients and colleagues
- Provide clear instructions to technical staff for manufacture or modification of devices
- Participate in case discussions and joint clinics with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists
Key requirements
- HPCP registered prosthetic clinician with some clinical experience desirable
- Minimum 3 years clinical experience as a Prosthetist
- BSc Hons in Prosthetic and Orthotics or equivalent, required to qualify for HPCP registration
- Desirable: experience in lower limb and upper limb prosthetics prescribing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues
- Patient-centered care
- Clinical assessment and gait analysis
- Biomechanical alignment and prosthetic fitting
- Prosthetic device manufacture/modification instructions to technicians
Prosthetist in Maidstone employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
