Senior / Prosthetist, Hand & Reconstructive Microsurgery(10023)

Overview* A Functional Prosthetist provides functional upper limb prosthetic fitting service as an adjunct to the specialty of hand and reconstructive microsurgery. He/ she is to provide pre-and post-prosthetic counselling, evaluate patient and recommend correct prosthesis; to fabricate and produce fit high-quality prostheses for upper limb amputations and follow-up, as well as to expand prosthetic service by providing functional prosthesis for varying levels of hand amputations. He /she is to work alongside with our current aesthetic prosthetist to enable the delivery of comprehensive prosthetic solutions that optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction. Beyond clinical practice, a Functional Prosthetist will also be involved in research studies, teaching as well as other relevant operations and administration. Job Responsibilities* You will be responsible for the following: Primary Responsibilities and Duties (80%)1.Clinical Practice •Provide pre-and post-prosthetic counselling, evaluate patient physical/ stump conditions/ expectations and recommends the correct prosthesis as medically indicated in a clinic setting. •Fabricate/ produce and fit high-quality prostheses for upper limb amputations, including follow-up and repair/ replacement of any worn/ damaged prostheses. •Expand prosthetic service by providing functional prosthesis for varying levels of hand amputations: ➢Multiple amputations through distal interphalangeal joint and the phalanges: passive functional prosthesis and body powered prosthesis ➢Amputations through metacarpophalangeal joints and transmetacarpals: body powered prosthesis, externally powered prosthesis ➢Thumb amputations: body powered prosthesis ➢Below elbow amputation: body and externally powered prosthesis 2.Organisational and Operations Excellence •Run and upkeep of a self-contained and functioning prosthetic laboratory to ensure smooth service delivery.•Perform inventory management. •Manage department operational and service performan…