Wheelchair Therapist

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our wheelchair team in Leicester.

As an HCPC-registered clinician, you will competently and confidently assess, prescribe, and fit wheelchairs, buggies, and specialist seating to support independence across a range of clinical settings. You will work autonomously within your scope of practice to manage appropriate interventions, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care. In addition to direct clinical responsibilities, you will actively contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives under guidance, as well as support the professional development, mentorship, and supervision of graduate and undergraduate colleagues. All activities will be undertaken in line with NHS values and our commitment to innovation and excellence in patient care.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver autonomous, patient-centred care, independently managing routine and moderately complex cases.
• Adhere to clinical prescription guidelines to ensure safe, effective, and appropriate patient care.
• Effectively plan and prioritise caseload to meet service delivery targets, managing time and multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic clinical environment.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to audits and quality improvement initiatives to support safe, effective, and continuously evolving patient care.
• Engage in continuous professional development through self directed study, literature review and participation in relevant training.
• Maintain mandatory training, adhere to policies and procedures and work collaboratively within the team.

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 people's daily lives.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity 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.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy
• HCPC registered
• Full driving licence
• Experience undertaking postural assessments
• Experience working in a wheelchair service
• Experience mentoring students or support staff
• Highly developed interpersonal skills including formal and informal communication
• Proven record of working within an active, fast paced clinical environment
• Experience in a collaborative MDT environment and working proactively within the wider healthcare system
• Interest in service development and evidence of involvement
• Able to prioritise, plan, and organise efficiently and work with multiple conflicting priorities
• Practice educator training (desired)