Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Podiatrist to join our friendly team within NELFT.
We welcome applications from new graduates and students about to graduate.
Our Podiatry Department is a forward thinking, busy service providing Podiatry Services to GPs in Redbridge & Waltham Forest.
The population that we serve are both multi-cultural and diverse.
Your clinical work would be across an array of community & domiciliary settingsacross these boroughs, and a car driver is therefore essential to this role.
Our client base is primarily high-risk and you will be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with diabetic, rheumatoid and vascular / ischaemic long-term conditions.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning and implementing and evaluating care for a wide range of general clinical needsEnsuring that a high quality and evidence based treatment is provided.Working within codes of practice and professional guidelinesSupport peers and the team leadsr and be an effective team member whilst also working using your own initiative.Actively involved in the provision of foot health education and advice to patients, relatives and carers and participate in training events where appropriateTo manage a caseload within the allocated time including domiciliary patients.
About us Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust.
All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment.
As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes.
The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.
Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High-CostArea Supplement This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,551 and a maximum payment of £5,735 per annum pro rata).
Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles.
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We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification.
Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
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Previous applicants need not apply.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine (NB - student will not have this yet) Registration with HCPC (NB student may not have this yet) Evidence of continual Professional Development (as part of studies if student) Other Essential Able to travel efficiently throughout the area - Applicant will need to be a car driver with a valid UK licence(this criteria will be reasonable adjusted to meet the requirements of a disabled applicant) and access to a car for work purposes Knowledge Essential An awareness of NHS priorities Desirable Knowledge of current NHS strategy , and clinical governance priorities Knowledge of local Health Priorities including cultural diversity Experience Essential Able to plan and organise activities Desirable Experience of governance , quality and audit Skills Essential Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Ability to balance competing priorities to meet personal and directorate targets within a fluctuating and demanding workload Basic awareness of IT and IT skills Excellent communication skills Excellent organisational and clinical skills Enthusiasm, integrity, confident, positive attitude Commitment to own development Desirable Leadership skills Demonstration of Trust Values Essential Putting people first o Prioritising quality o Being progressive, innovative, and continually improve o Being professional and honest o Promoting what is possible, independence, opportunity, and choice