Podiatrist

Job summary

Are you an experienced or newly qualified podiatrist looking for a new challenge with a dynamic, innovative, and supportive team? Do you want to be part of a team that wants to further your career with our developmental roles?

We are working collaboratively across Somerset to deliver whole pathway integration for the high-risk foot and improving patient access to the right care, by the right person, at the right time. The Podiatry Service in Somerset provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice, for a range of specialisms including diabetes, wound care, musculo skeletal biomechanics and nail surgery.

We have FANTASTIC opportunities for motivated established or developing Podiatrists who are passionate about the consistent delivery of evidence-based clinical management of podiatric conditions with a focus on developing clinical expertise in high-risk wound care.

You will be part of a community team of podiatrists, providing care across 12 clinics centred around 4 centres of excellence.

You will be expected to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. In return we will offer an exciting role within a supportive team with flexible working arrangements.

Main duties of the job

Due to the need to travel to different locations, it is essential that the post holder has a full UK drivers licence drive with access to their own vehicle and appropriate insurance.

The service operates 5 days a week (Monday to Friday) between 8.30am and 5.00pm.

The service has four main hubs:

West -- Bridgwater & Taunton

South - Yeovil

East -- Glastonbury

About us

The NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and NHS exclusive discounts.

The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside and stunning coastlines, whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London. There is truly something for everyone!

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers a great benefits package including 27 days annual leave (pro rata) and a competitive pension scheme. We also offer fast track access to in-house MSK Physiotherapy support.

You will have the following opportunities:

*Supportive mentorship and preceptorship programme.

*Annual career conversations and personal development plans.

*Collaborative working with community nursing teams, general practice and care home staff to provide patient centred care to 'high risk' patients.

*Rotations into other services including Podiatric Surgery and Multi-Disciplinary Teams in acute trusts.

*Access to internal and external training in line with your personal development programme.

*The support of a highly skilled clinical team to help develop your competencies.

*Participation in a network of podiatrists for peer support and professional development.

*Involvement in regular team meetings