Band 7 Senior Orthotist

Job summary

To deliver advanced orthotics assessment, advice and treatment of patients and act as a source of expertise to fellow clinicians, Trust managers, Healthcare Professionals and other services internal and external to the Trust as required.

To lead in the advanced therapeutic assessment, management and treatment of orthotics patients, possibly with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions including pain and rheumatology to develop and deliver an individualised specialist treatment programme.

To work under the supervision of consultants in clinic settings as and when or/if required and to assist in the 18 week targets. Site of working will be flexible based on the service need (A main site will be identified)
To lead in the training and service development of clinical practice. To undertake clinical audits and evaluation of evidence-based practice, initiating/participating in research within specialist area.

To use a high degree of analytical skills and judgment to plan, develop and implement strategic and operational management and delivery of the orthotics service, in collaboration with Lead therapist and Managers.

To manage, supervise and appraise staff and students within the specialist area

Main duties of the jobTo lead within the Orthotics Team under the direction of the MSK Therapy Lead, providing specialist assessment, treatment and management of patients with complex physical and psychological presentations. Effectively manage a diverse caseload, balancing service delivery, patient needs and professional priorities.

Lead, supervise and participate in evidence-based audit, research and service improvement activities

Use advanced communication skills, including persuasion, negotiation and motivation, to address concerns, manage informal complaints and overcome barriers to communication

Communicate effectively with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to maximise rehabilitation outcomes and ensure understanding of conditions, treatment plans and the therapeutic process. Demonstrate empathy, reassurance and sensitivity when supporting patients, families and colleagues.

Promote awareness of Orthotics through presentations, conferences, education events and partnership working. Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings and case conferences, resolving complex or conflicting issues through effective verbal and written communication.

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills, negotiating priorities and maintaining effective working relationships.

Provide day-to-day leadership, management and professional support within the specialist area, including staff supervision, appraisal, development and participation in recruitment processes.

About us University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people.

As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Details Date posted
11 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

BandBand 7

Salary
49,387 to 56,515 a year

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

Job locations

Good Hope Hospital Rectory RdSutton Coldfield West MidlandsB
75 7RR
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Qualifications

Essential Good standard of general education includingGCSE English and maths grade c or above
* A Levels or equivalent qualification
* Degree or diploma in Physiotherapy
* Registered with HCPC
* Evidence of CPD including recent post graduate training relevant to clinical speciality

Desirable

Evidence of leadership training
* Fieldwork Educator's…