Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Prosthetist to join our team at our Crystal Palace centre, based at Guy's & St Thomas' Regional Specialist Rehabilitation Centre, Bowley Close.

Main duties of the job
Working alongside an experienced team and the NHS multidisciplinary team (MDT), you will deliver high-quality prosthetic care while also supporting the development of Prosthetic students in a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

About 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 peoples 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.

Details
Date posted: 21 July 2026
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: E0053-26-0005-CRY
Job locations: Opcare, Bowley Close, Crystal Palace, SE19 1SZ

Job responsibilities

• Delivers autonomous, patient-centred care, independently managing routine and moderately complex cases, and seeking guidance for more challenging situations.
• Applies sound clinical reasoning and experience across patient groups to ensure accurate device design, fitting, and adjustment using clinical and technical skills.
• Engages in continuous professional development through self-directed study, literature review and participation in relevant training.
• Contributes to audits, service evaluations and research activities with guidance as needed, supporting data collection and reflective learning.
• Manages clinical equipment and resources responsibly, with awareness of cost-effectiveness and service sustainability.
• Adheres to clinical prescription guidelines to ensure safe, effective and appropriate patient care.
• Effectively plans and prioritises caseload to meet service delivery targets, managing time and multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Mentors less experienced staff, supports student and apprentice placements and actively participates in training and team learning.
• Maintains accurate clinical records and contributes to audits and quality improvement initiatives to support safe, effective and continuously evolving patient care.
• Maintains mandatory training, adheres to policies and procedures and works collaboratively within the team.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• BSc (Hons) in Prosthetics & Orthotics or equivalent.
• HCPC registered.

Desirable

• Relevant MSc, or postgraduate qualifications in a clinical area.
• Practice educator training
• BAPO member
• ISPO member

Experience
Essential

• Highly developed interpersonal skills including formal and informal communication
• Proven record of working within an active, fast paced clinical environment
• Experience of having collaborative role in an MDT environment
• Working proactively and collaboratively in the team and wider trust
• Interest in service development and/or evidence of involvement
• Able to prioritise, plan and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting priorities

Desirable

• Experience with CAD/CAM or digital workflows.
• Experience mentoring students or clinical staff.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams and handle complex cases.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details
Employer name: Opcare under Ability Matters Group
Address: Opcare, Bowley Close, Crystal Palace, SE19 1SZ
Employer's website: https://www.opcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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