AM Healthcare Group
Clinical Lead Prosthetist (Maternity Cover) – Cambridge
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Prosthetist to enhance their development on a 12-month secondment in Cambridge.
This role will provide an opportunity for an ambitious clinician to step into a position that will challenge them and provide opportunities to develop management and clinical skills in a supportive environment.
As an integral member of the Clinical Management Team, the successful candidate will manage the Prosthetic Clinical Team and provide support and insight to the technical team and wider NHS multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to advance and improve the delivery of the service.
The role will also involve working with a complex clinical case load and therefore clinical expertise in at least one area of prosthetics is essential, but there will also be opportunities to develop into different specialities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide strategic clinical leadership for the Opcare Centre, setting direction, aligning with organisational goals, and representing the service in external partnerships.
- Line management of the clinical team, responsible for performance management, development, recruitment and appraisal processes.
- Oversee daily clinical operations, including workload management across the team, resource allocation, and operational efficiency to deliver seamless patient care whilst meeting KPI targets.
- Promotes a positive, supportive team culture that balances high-quality patient care with staff wellbeing, professional development and organisational performance targets.
- Ensures adherence to clinical standards and protocols and leads by example following prescription guidelines and associated targets and is responsible for embedding these with the team.
- Manages own clinical caseload alongside leadership duties, maintaining expertise in assessment, prescription, and treatment planning.
- Provides support to the centre manager for urgent day-to-day management tasks and to ensure smooth running of the service.
- Collaborates with technical teams to ensure accurate, timely manufacture of bespoke devices, minimise waste and maintain effective stock control.
- Facilitate and participate in MDT working, building strong relationships with NHS partners and other professionals to ensure integrated patient care.
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Essential:
Skills and Experience:
- Proven practical experience working successfully as a Prosthetist.
- Committed to the highest standards of patient care.
- Proven experience of working within high performing teams.
- Positive and proactive ’can-do’ attitude.
- Ability to build and maintain excellent working relationships internally and externally.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable:
- Previous management or mentoring experience is advantageous but not essential.
Qualifications:
- The successful candidate must possess one of the following qualifications:
- Certified Prosthetist
- HND Prosthetics
- BSc Prosthetics
- And In Addition, Must Have:
- Full HCPC Registration
- The ability to meet the requirements of an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Check
What We Offer:
- Competitive market salary
- Incremental holiday allowance starting at 35 days, increasing to 41 days with length of service (inclusive of bank holidays)
- Death in Service Benefit
- Refer a Friend incentive scheme
- Enhanced Family Leave/Pay
- Recognition schemes
- Continuing professional development
- Industry leading training opportunities
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Why Join Us?
At AM Healthcare Group, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals who rely on mobility and accessibility solutions. As an international group of companies, we provide innovative products and services that make a real difference in people’s daily lives.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a firm commitment to diversity and inclusion across all areas of our organisation. As a Disability Confident Employer, we actively welcome applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
We are also a proud signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, and we encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and members of the wider armed forces community.
How To Apply
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position to recruitment@am-healthcare.com. Alternatively, you can apply directly through our website – www.amhealthcaregroup.com/careers.
Job Category: Clinical Lead Prosthetist (Maternity Cover)
Job Type: Fixed Term
Job Location: Cambridge
Salary: Competitive
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