Clinical Lead Prosthetist - R&D
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Going rate
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This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2259 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 53% sure that is the right code. Blatchford is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
Worth checking: this could also be SOC 3213 (Medical and dental technicians), which is not on the eligible-occupation list. Ask Blatchford what the duties actually are.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2259 Other health professionals not elsewhere classified Most likely code | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
3213 Medical and dental technicians Also possible | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 | £25,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Take your clinical expertise further
This is an opportunity to step beyond traditional clinical practice and play a leading role in shaping the future of prosthetic technology.
At Blatchford, we are driven by a clear purpose: to deliver mobility that improves lives. Our products change outcomes for patients worldwide, and as Clinical Lead Prosthetist, within R&D, you will help ensure those innovations are grounded in real clinical need.
As Clinical Lead Prosthetist – R&D, you will sit at the intersection of clinical practice, research, and product development, giving you the chance to directly influence how new solutions are designed, tested, and brought to market.
The Role
As Clinical Lead Prosthetist – R&D, you will be based at our Head Office, in Basingstoke, Hampshire. This unique opportunity will allow you to act as a key clinical voice within our innovation development roadmap, ensuring patient needs and real-world usability are central to everything we create.
- Provide hands-on clinical input into product development, from concept through to launch to ensure patient needs are met
- Deliver clinical oversight across trials, ensuring safety, ethics, and compliance
- Support trial design, protocols, and outcome measures
- Collaborate with R&D, Marketing, and global clinical teams
- Translate clinical insight into practical product improvements
- Represent Blatchford at conferences and industry events
Importantly, you will remain clinically active by acting as the named clinician for our patient advocates, ensuring your expertise remains current and patient focused.
About You
- Qualified Prosthetist with 5+ years’ experience
- Strong knowledge of lower-limb prosthetics (microprocessor & mechanical systems)
- Understanding of gait, alignment, and patient-device optimisation
Why Join Us?
- Influence products used globally, not just in one clinic
- Work at the cutting edge of clinical innovation and R&D
- Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team
- Flexible working and opportunities for growth
- Ability to maintain your HCPC registration
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday – increased after service.
- Option to purchase additional holiday.
- Relocation support available
- Pension
- On Demand Pay
- Health cash plan
- Discounted shopping/leisure activity vouchers
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Opportunity to be part of an award-winning organisation with a culture that centres around our core values; courage, learning, integrity, collaboration, and innovation.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Other health professionals not elsewhere classified (SOC 2259) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~78k in sample- Middle half £33,904–48,568
- Median £40,300
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