Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic HCPC
registered Podiatrist to work within the field of Diabetes and High Risk
footcare, at a Band 7 level. Full-time is preferred, but part-time would be
considered.
You will be an active member of the Surrey and Sussex
Multidisciplinary Footcare Team (MDFT) and provide leadership on the
organisational and development of the outpatient element of the service. You
will be guided by comprehensive policies and a supportive team, to assess,
diagnose, develop and implement individual programmes of care for patients. Our
patients present with a wide range of clinical needs, including acute and
chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems and wound management.
First Community actively promotes lifelong learning and
will support the successful candidate with internal and external training.
You will have the opportunity to broaden your experience
and work within a supportive and stimulating multidisciplinary service across
both primary and secondary care. You will need to be an enthusiastic, flexible
and an adaptive team player. You will communicate well with other team members
and patients whilst being punctual, reliable and committed to providing a
high-level of patient care.
First
Community Health and Care offers you an opportunity to develop your clinical
skills to promote patient-centered community and outpatient care.
Main duties of the job
To
provide specialist footcare for patients with complex high risk foot problems.
This includes diabetes patients with acute and chronic foot wounds, patients with neuropathic and vascular complications,
patients with foot complications who are immunosuppressed and patients who have
poor tissue viability. The post holder will be clinically responsible for
treatment of the high risk caseload working autonomously as well as work as
part of the multidisciplinary team. The post requires accepting urgent
referrals from GPs, community podiatrists, and other health professionals and
will provide responsive specialist care.
The role will support the education
and up-skilling of clinical and care staff working with diabetic care and patient
education.
The post will be based in a variety
of settings within East Surrey area including hospital and community locations.
For
more information or an informal discussion, please contact Richard Edwards,
Clinical Lead for Podiatry and Orthotic Services on Richard.Edwards9@nhs.net or Julia Windheuser,
MSK Podiatrist Julia.windhesuer@nhs.net
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that is committed to providing first rate care and services to its local community?
First Community is a CQC rated Good staff owned social enterprise, which delivers NHS community services to residents across east Surrey and in parts of West Sussex.
First Community is a great place to work, everyone here has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension, flexible retirement options and employee benefits including a car salary sacrifice scheme.
First Community values diversity and inclusion and is committed to the recruitment and retention of under-represented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.
Sustainability is integral to First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target. All staff are therefore actively encouraged and supported to implement new ways of working within their field of expertise.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for:
To provide leadership for
the podiatry service within the field of High Risk and Diabetic care. To advise
and interpret national professional policies for the specialist area and
contribute to the ongoing strategic planning of diabetes services.
To provide expert
clinical practice in the assessment and diagnosis of highly complex podiatric
problems and deliver individualised treatment for clients with specialised care
needs to maintain their mobility, independence and prevent disability.
Acting as a source of
clinical expertise for diabetic footcare, working as part of the
Multidisciplinary Diabetic Footcare Team (MDFT) to ensure an effective
coordinated service.
Development, implementation
and review of patient & clinical pathways, SOPs and clinical guidance for
the High Risk podiatric service. Working with Clinical Lead for Podiatry and
Orthotics to create business cases to develop the High Risk service to maintain
up to date patient care in accordance with national policies & local projects.
Lead the ongoing
development of podiatry staff through clinical rotations, mentoring and
supervision. To deliver training podiatrists and other health care
practitioners on management of highly complex podiatric patients.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is responsible for:
To provide leadership for
the podiatry service within the field of High Risk and Diabetic care. To advise
and interpret national professional policies for the specialist area and
contribute to the ongoing strategic planning of diabetes services.
To provide expert
clinical practice in the assessment and diagnosis of highly complex podiatric
problems and deliver individualised treatment for clients with specialised care
needs to maintain their mobility, independence and prevent disability.
Acting as a source of
clinical expertise for diabetic footcare, working as part of the
Multidisciplinary Diabetic Footcare Team (MDFT) to ensure an effective
coordinated service.
Development, implementation
and review of patient & clinical pathways, SOPs and clinical guidance for
the High Risk podiatric service. Working with Clinical Lead for Podiatry and
Orthotics to create business cases to develop the High Risk service to maintain
up to date patient care in accordance with national policies & local projects.
Lead the ongoing
development of podiatry staff through clinical rotations, mentoring and
supervision. To deliver training podiatrists and other health care
practitioners on management of highly complex podiatric patients.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to lead and develop podiatric work in specialist field.
- Line management experience
- Experience of working as an active member of a MDFT.
- Clinical Supervision of staff in own area and specialist training own and other professionals. Providing training and education in diabetes podiatric practice.
- Evidence of student or podiatry assistant supervision.
Desirable
- Experience of working with plaster room/ fracture clinic staff including.
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
Desirable
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- IT skills.
- Report writing skills
Desirable
- Total contact casting and soft cast techniques.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC registered Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Evidence of a CPD portfolio
- Post-graduate education/ qualification in Podiatry diabetes specialism or working towards e.g. Masters / equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Member of a recognised Podiatry Association
- Clinical Educators Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical knowledge of diabetes and high risk conditions, impact and management
- Up-to-date in podiatric diabetes, high risk & MSK theory and practice.
- Working knowledge of relevant National Service Frameworks, NICE Guidance and current NHS initiatives.
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to lead and develop podiatric work in specialist field.
- Line management experience
- Experience of working as an active member of a MDFT.
- Clinical Supervision of staff in own area and specialist training own and other professionals. Providing training and education in diabetes podiatric practice.
- Evidence of student or podiatry assistant supervision.
Desirable
- Experience of working with plaster room/ fracture clinic staff including.
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
Desirable
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- IT skills.
- Report writing skills
Desirable
- Total contact casting and soft cast techniques.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC registered Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Evidence of a CPD portfolio
- Post-graduate education/ qualification in Podiatry diabetes specialism or working towards e.g. Masters / equivalent qualification.
Desirable
- Member of a recognised Podiatry Association
- Clinical Educators Qualification
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical knowledge of diabetes and high risk conditions, impact and management
- Up-to-date in podiatric diabetes, high risk & MSK theory and practice.
- Working knowledge of relevant National Service Frameworks, NICE Guidance and current NHS initiatives.
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
