Band 7 Podiatrist (Clinical Specialist in Biomechanics)This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, well-organised and motivated podiatrist to join our team.
You will be responsible for assessment and planning of individual patient care, working autonomously and as part of the wider team, so excellent communication skills and teamwork are essential.
You must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of current evidence-based practice and be able to apply this appropriately clinically.
A drive to improve your skills and expand your expertise is desirable.
We deliver patient care in a variety of clinical and community settings with a caseload focusing on the medically at risk and/or those with a high podiatric need.
You will be involved in musculoskeletal clinics and have the opportunity to rotate through the foot protection team, nail surgery session and high-risk clinics.
You will work alongside experienced podiatrists and be encouraged in your professional development.
We are committed to CPD and promoting evidence-based practice and a high standard of care throughout the service.
We offer support through regular 1:1 meetings, clinical supervision, in-house CPD, and ongoing training to support the development of our staff.
We require a degree/diploma in podiatric medicine and HCPC registration.
Main duties of the jobWork as an integral member of the podiatry team to deliver quality programs of podiatric care to patients who have an assessed need.Provide treatment at a variety of sites including a patient's home, clinics, hospitals & elsewhere often working in isolation.Work as part of a MDT and act as a source of advice to patients, carers, GPs & other Health Care Professionals.Be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a specific clinic location, working as a lone practitioner in some cases.About usWe're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.
Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations.
This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.
Job responsibilitiesClinical duties: To be legally and professionally accountable for all aspects of your work, including the management of patients in your care.To assess, diagnose, treat and manage a caseload of patients, in line with the podiatry service criteria.Apply effective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatment plans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs including: High-risk diabetes, chronic disease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer/wound management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and those that present with challenging behaviours.
Where appropriate, refer to specialist practitioners, other health care professionals or discharge.Undertake diagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g.
Doppler ultrasound, wound swabs, etc.
Effectively interpret, record and report the results.To maintain high professional standards and code of conduct according to departmental and HCPC guidelines.To undertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispense orthoses.Undertake health promotion activities to groups/individuals/clients and other professionals as appropriate.To be proficient in the use of information technologies including video consultations with clients and for in-service training.To communicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding the appointment/procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g.
home treatment plans, exercise regimes.Adhere to all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and joint working practices and protocols of the team.To maintain accurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.The post holder will be required to work in a poor environment.
It is the responsibility of the podiatrist to highlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment to minimise/reduce risks.Person SpecificationQualificationsB.Sc.
in Podiatric MedicineHCPC RegisteredLocal Anaesthetic CertificateCar Driver (Full Licence)ExperienceKnowledge of current Podiatry practices and clinical issuesBroad spectrum of clinical experienceWorking independently and as a team memberAssessed and formulated treatment plans for new patientsEvidence/portfolio of post-graduate CPDDomiciliary care provisionExperienced in the provision of high-risk treatments & advanced biomechanical assessments3 years relevant post-graduate experienceFull Car Driver LicenceOtherAbility to work under pressureTrustworthyConfident and FriendlyFlexibleApproachableReliableGood time managementSmart appearanceWillingness to ask for and take adviceAbility to make decisions, using available evidence where necessaryCommitment to teamworkCommitment to high standard of careCommitment to personal and professional developmentKnowledge and skillsNail Surgery, Health promotion and basic biomechanicsEffective communicationExcellent command of English, both written and spokenPositive attitude to changeAppreciation of good record keepingAwareness of health & safetyExcellent presentation skillsAwareness of clinical governanceEvidence of post-graduate CPDDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
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