Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an
experienced Orthotist to join Steeper as Principal Orthotist - South Coast,
with operational responsibility for our established orthotic services in
Portsmouth and Bournemouth. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced
clinician looking to progress into leadership and develop operational
management skills while remaining clinically active.Based at Portsmouth you will provide
day-to-day leadership across the South Coast services, line managing a team of
five Orthotists and an Orthotic Technician, with oversight of the local
orthotic workshop. Previous formal management experience is not essential; full
support and development will be provided through the Combined Services Manager
and wider Steeper leadership team.Main duties of the jobAs Principal Orthotist, you will combine your
own clinical caseload with dedicated management time, providing visible
clinical and operational leadership across Portsmouth and Bournemouth. You will
work closely with the Combined Services Manager, NHS partners and the wider
Steeper team to ensure services are safe, efficient, responsive and
patient-centred.You will support the professional development
of the clinical team, coordinate staffing and timetables, maintain service
continuity and use performance information to identify opportunities for
improvement. The role also includes oversight of the workshop interface, team
communication, student placements, multidisciplinary training and local service
development.About usSteeper Group is a privately-owned business
that has been operating for over 100 years. We have grown across prosthetics,
orthotics and assistive technology, with a focus on creating significant
turning points in people's lives through exceptional clinical services and
innovative products.We are one of the UK's leading providers of
orthotic, prosthetic and assistive technology products and services, combining
established clinical expertise and craftsmanship with modern manufacturing,
materials and digital technology.Steeper's
vision is to create life's turning points, together. We aim to do this through
innovative prosthetic, orthotic and assistive technology products and services.DetailsDate posted29 September 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference numberE RAF2044Job locationsSt Mary’s HospitalMilton RoadPortsmouthPO3 6ADUnited KingdomRoyal Bournemouth HospitalCastle Lane EastBOURNEMOUTHBH7 7DWUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesKey
Responsibilities
Assist the Clinical
Service Manager in the development of pathways, processes and procedures to
improve service quality
To effectively use
up-to-date evidence-based information from national and international sources
to ensure an innovative approach to the cost-effective delivery of clinical
care
Support clinical and
organisational innovation and improvement efforts across the MDT. This will
focus in particular, but not exclusively, on care within the local setting
Lead on evaluation of
cost-effectiveness, safety and quality of new and existing devices and
services, applying evidence-based practice and guidance from Steeper Best
Practice and Product Evaluation Groups.
Lead in clinic
organisation, to maximise clinician productivity through staff utilisation,
skills mix and progression planning.
Maximise clinical
productivity with reference to local KPIs eg RTT, DNA rates
Be accountable for
KPIs linked to clinician performance, quality, outcomes and clinic management
Lead on the delivery
of audits/research within your area of responsibility
Work with the team
members to meet appraisal objectives to agreed timescales.
Facilitate training
experiences for NHS and Steeper staff within your area of responsibility.
Provide
administrative functions such as sickness reporting and annual leave planning
within your area of responsibility
Work to increase the
use of Steeper products and those of Steeper preferred suppliers within your
area of expertise.
Work as a link
between Steeper and your area of responsibility to manager operational issues
as they arise.Management
and clinical leadership Continue
to undertake clinics albeit reduced in number in order have necessary time to
manage Assist
in the development of effective and efficient service modernisation and
redesign to maximise benefit to patients, including development and delivery of
new ways of working e.g. Quality and Outcomes Support
and lead on innovation, pilots and new service developmentsthat aim to make prosthetic care more
(cost-) effective and/or friendly topatients and clinicians. Support
and lead on evaluation of cost-effectiveness, safety and qualityof new and existing services Support
development and implementation of new local care strategies Contribute
to the clinical governance agenda. Demonstrate
compliance with the health and safety regulations of local Trust and Steeper Safeguard
the welfare and safety of patients, public, staff and visitors by obtaining a
balance between care and security in health care. Ensure
the confidentiality of patient related information and records Lead
on and deliver audits and implementation of changes arising from audit
recommendationsAny other duties as reasonably
requested, commensurate with your own skills and capabilities
Job description
Job responsibilitiesKey
Responsibilities
Assist the Clinical
Service Manager in the development of pathways, processes and procedures to
improve service quality
To effectively use
up-to-date evidence-based information from national and international sources
to ensure an innovative approach to the cost-effective delivery of clinical
care
Support clinical and
organisational innovation and improvement efforts across the MDT. This will
focus in particular, but not exclusively, on care within the local setting
Lead on evaluation of
cost-effectiveness, safety and quality of new and existing devices and
services, applying evidence-based practice and guidance from Steeper Best
Practice and Product Evaluation Groups.
Lead in clinic
organisation, to maximise clinician productivity through staff utilisation,
skills mix and progression planning.
Maximise clinical
productivity with reference to local KPIs eg RTT, DNA rates
Be accountable for
KPIs linked to clinician performance, quality, outcomes and clinic management
Lead on the delivery
of audits/research within your area of responsibility
Work with the team
members to meet appraisal objectives to agreed timescales.
Facilitate training
experiences for NHS and Steeper staff within your area of responsibility.
Provide
administrative functions such as sickness reporting and annual leave planning
within your area of responsibility
Work to increase the
use of Steeper products and those of Steeper preferred suppliers within your
area of expertise.
Work as a link
between Steeper and your area of responsibility to manager operational issues
as they arise.Management
and clinical leadership Continue
to undertake clinics albeit reduced in number in order have necessary time to
manage Assist
in the development of effective and efficient service modernisation and
redesign to maximise benefit to patients, including development and delivery of
new ways of working e.g. Quality and Outcomes Support
and lead on innovation, pilots and new service developmentsthat aim to make prosthetic care more
(cost-) effective and/or friendly topatients and clinicians. Support
and lead on evaluation of cost-effectiveness, safety and qualityof new and existing services Support
development and implementation of new local care strategies Contribute
to the clinical governance agenda. Demonstrate
compliance with the health and safety regulations of local Trust and Steeper Safeguard
the welfare and safety of patients, public, staff and visitors by obtaining a
balance between care and security in health care. Ensure
the confidentiality of patient related information and records Lead
on and deliver audits and implementation of changes arising from audit
recommendationsAny other duties as reasonably
requested, commensurate with your own skills and capabilitiesPerson Specification
Experience
EssentialWe are looking for an experienced Orthotist who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and ready to take the next step into clinical and operational leadership. You will be highly organised, confident working autonomously and able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, NHS partners and wider multidisciplinary teams.You will demonstrate sound clinical judgement, integrity and a genuine interest in developing people and services. Commercial awareness is important, together with the ability to balance clinical quality, operational performance and business need. Formal management experience is not essential; we are looking for someone with the potential and motivation to grow into the role.
Person Specification
Experience
EssentialWe are looking for an experienced Orthotist who is passionate about delivering excellent patient care and ready to take the next step into clinical and operational leadership. You will be highly organised, confident working autonomously and able to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, NHS partners and wider multidisciplinary teams.You will demonstrate sound clinical judgement, integrity and a genuine interest in developing people and services. Commercial awareness is important, together with the ability to balance clinical quality, operational performance and business need. Formal management experience is not essential; we are looking for someone with the potential and motivation to grow into the role.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameSteeper GroupAddressSt Mary’s HospitalMilton RoadPortsmouthPO3 6ADUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSteeper GroupAddressSt Mary’s HospitalMilton RoadPortsmouthPO3 6ADUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Principal Orthotist in Todmorden 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.
