Graduate Prosthetist

Blatchford Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading prosthetics manufacturer is seeking a Graduate Prosthetist to join their team at the Northern General Hospital in Sheffield. This position offers a structured graduate training program, ongoing clinical support, and numerous professional development opportunities in a rewarding environment focused on innovation in prosthetics. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics, HCPC registration, and some clinical experience. Opportunities for dual practice and additional benefits enhance this role.

Benefits

Structured graduate training programme

In house and external clinical training

One to one mentoring

CPD support

25 days holiday

Contributory pension

Discounted shopping and leisure activities

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

On demand pay

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics or equivalent.
• Registered with HCPC.
• Desirable: BAPO or ISPO.
• Experience in lower limb prosthetics.
• Experience in delivering prosthetic clinics.
• Desire to be involved in audit or service evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and deliver prosthesis as required.
• Manage patient expectations and keep them informed.
• Maintain clinical notes and records.
• Keep an up-to-date CPD Portfolio.
• Participate in training courses arranged by the company.
• Attend meetings and conferences.

Skills

Degree qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics

HCPC registration

Experience in lower limb prosthetics

Experience delivering prosthetic clinics

Audit or service evaluation experience

Education

Degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics

Job description

Blatchford is a multi-award-winning manufacturer of some of the world’s most advanced prosthetic technology, bespoke seating solutions and orthotic devices. 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 science, technology, and maintaining a clear focus on people, we make mobility possible.

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Prosthetist to join our existing team based at the Northern General Hospital, Sheffield.

As a Graduate Prosthetist you will work as an integral member of a strong MDT in this busy centre, where you will have the opportunity to further develop your experience in all areas of prosthetics. The team supports innovation including scanning and service development through evaluation, patient engagement, outcomes, and research.

The role

• 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?

As a Graduate Prosthetist you will have the following.

• Degree qualified in Prosthetics and Orthotics, or equivalent.
• 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.

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
• 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

If you want to start your career with Blatchford, in this highly rewarding, clinical challenging environment, please apply now.