Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional Podiatrist to join our supportive Community Podiatry team to work across the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole areas.
We have a unique opportunity where we are offering a fantastic development post from a Band 5 Podiatrist to an established Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist. You will join a growing service providing quality foot care to patients with "feet in need" in a community setting, working alongside our hospital diabetic foot care services and specialisms in rheumatology, MSK, biomechanics and nail surgery.
It is essential that you are HCPC registered (or due to be), can work flexibly and are a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
The Community Podiatrist role is a permanent, full-time post of 37.5 hours per week however we would welcome part-time applicants with a minimum of 30 hours. Our core hours are Monday to Friday 08.30 - 16.30; flexibility around this can be discussed at interview.
In return we offer a fantastic induction programme and pastoral support, and there are excellent learning and development opportunities, including an in-house programme of CPD, study days and clinical rotations, as well as regular clinical supervision, team meetings and 1:1s.
For further enquiries please contact kim.weir@nhs.net or call on 07884 360569.
Main duties of the job
If you are interested in moving to Dorset, we also offer a generousrelocationpackage of up to £10,000. For further details onrelocationexpenses please emaildhc.careers@nhs.net.
Recommend a friend or family member and earn cash!
Do you have a friend or family member you would recommend to join us? Or do you know someone who wants to return to practice in the NHS? If the person you refer is appointed by the Trust and completes their probationary period, you will receive £500 reward payment for the introduction! Please contact the recruitment team if you require further info!
The post holder will be responsible for:
- The assessment, diagnosing, planning and implementation of high-risk podiatric care to patients with a wide range of clinical needs, including biomechanics, diabetes, rheumatology.
- Developing skills in our community based high risk clinics treating ulcerated patients with rotation into the hospital-based MDT diabetic foot clinic.
- Providing a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy, and dignity.
- Providing specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients/service users.
- Provide supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to students and trained practitioners.
For the detailed main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991) and a certificate in local anaesthesia
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- IT skills including use of Internet, e-mail, word processing.
Desirable
- Ability cope with patient's anxieties and employ tactical techniques to help support patients and provide assurance Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Experience of delivering health education
Job specific
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of service development
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
Information technology
Essential
- Basic IT skills enabling accurate and timely record-keeping and use of clinical systems
- Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database or equivalent standard
Business travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business and be able and willing to drive in a rural location and visit patients who are housebound
Person Specification
Knowledge, skills and training
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991) and a certificate in local anaesthesia
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- IT skills including use of Internet, e-mail, word processing.
Desirable
- Ability cope with patient's anxieties and employ tactical techniques to help support patients and provide assurance Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Experience of delivering health education
Job specific
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of service development
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
Information technology
Essential
- Basic IT skills enabling accurate and timely record-keeping and use of clinical systems
- Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheet, database or equivalent standard
Business travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business and be able and willing to drive in a rural location and visit patients who are housebound
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
