Specialist Prosthetist
Job summary
To deliver prosthetic services for an adult and paediatric caseload including those with complex needs. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 6 Prosthetist at the NHS prosthetic service based in Rookwood Hospital, Cardiff. The prosthetic service in Cardiff caters for approximately 1700 users. The service provides individualised assessment, the issue, maintenance and repair of prosthetic devices and ongoing clinical patient care.
The prosthetic team currently consists of 9 Prosthetists and 11 technical staff offering a clinical service to a large and varied caseload supported by a full multidisciplinary team. The multidisciplinary team consist of consultants, prosthetists, psychologists, physiotherapists, specialist nurses, occupational therapist and admin support, all working together in a patient focused service.
The prosthetic clinical service is supported by onsite manufacture by a highly skilled technical workforce.
Main duties of the job
To undertake prosthetic assessment and treatment of patients with a variety of routine and complex needs. To manage a prosthetic caseload, organising this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and skill mix within the department. To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of one's own work, including the management of patients as an autonomous specialist practitioner.
Utilise appropriate measurement and data acquisition techniques in recording all pertinent information to ensure optimal accuracy of prosthetic prescriptions. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of all medical devices in accordance with the Medical device Regulations, used as a part of Prosthetic service provision. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer.
Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal.
As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research.
Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community. Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline.
Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job responsibilities
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 6 Prosthetist at the NHS prosthetic service based in Rookwood Hospital, Cardiff. The prosthetic service in Cardiff caters for approximately 1700 users. The service provides individualised assessment, the issue, maintenance and repair of prosthetic devices and ongoing clinical patient care.
The prosthetic team currently consists of 9 Prosthetists and 11 technical staff offering a clinical service to a large and varied caseload supported by a full multidisciplinary team. The multidisciplinary team consist of consultants, prosthetists, psychologists, physiotherapists, specialist nurses, occupational therapist and admin support, all working together in a patient focussed service.
The prosthetic clinical service is supported by onsite manufacture by a highly skilled technical workforce. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the
