Job summary
An Exciting Secondment Opportunity for a Band 7 High Risk Clinical Lead Podiatrist
Post 0.6 WTE Band 7 High Risk Clinical Lead specialising high risk foot/ulcerated footWorking alongside the existing team of high risk clinical lead wound care podiatrists, based in clinical and domiciliary settings.
9 month secondment period.
The post is for internal candidates currently working as a Specialist Band 6 Podiatrist or above.
The successful candidate should have an interest in complex high risk patients, advanced vascular assessment and treatment of the ulcerated foot.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
Main duties of the job
As a member of the Nottingham Community Podiatry Team your main duties will include -
Intervention of people with diabetes with a high need for treatment and management of their foot conditions.To provide a 'step up' service from community/primary care for rapid assessment and treatment of people with diabetes related foot problems.To provide a 'step down' service for people currently under the care of the Multi-disciplinary (MDT) Diabetes Foot Clinics.To develop, implement and provide education and competency-based training in diabetes foot screening, risk stratification, awareness of foot problems in people with diabetes, and appropriate referrals/actions to health professionals across Nottinghamshire.To work collaboratively with colleagues and other health professionals both internally and externally to the podiatry team to develop and enhance services to meet the changing needs of the population and the national and local picture.
Applicants must be HCPC registered and hold a degree or Diploma in Podiatric Medicine and a certificate for Local anaesthesia. You should also have experience of team working, but be able to work independently.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a committed and compassionate individual with extensive clinical high-risk knowledge, and leadership experience to work in Foot Protection Team and hospital based MDTs within Nottinghamshire.
Working collaboratively with the Team Lead and Podiatry Service Manager, you will be required to cohesively support and direct a team of podiatrists to manage both diabetic, high-risk patient caseload. You will be required to manage your own clinical caseload and play a pivotal part in the continued development of the Community Podiatry Service and support/guide staff within the team.
Full job details are included in the specific job description. The main responsibilities include -
To work independently in both community and acute settings, providing a high quality of clinical care focused on the needs of diabetic patients.
Take clinical responsibility for caseload management and treatment of complex high-risk cases
Take clinical responsibility for the work undertaken by the clinical staff working in podiatry and in the delegation of clinical and domiciliary caseloads.
To monitor and audit activity, as appropriate, to adjust service as required, working with the Team Lead and Podiatry Service Manager to create a learning culture, to inform and develop the service as a result.
To be able to work autonomously and to be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, care planning, management and evaluation of podiatric interventions, and know when to refer on appropriately.
To participate in the support of placements for podiatry, AHP and other health professions students
To supervise and mentor podiatrists participating in rotations to complete and maintain competency level.
To be actively involved in the provision of foot health education and advice to staff, patients, relatives and carers and to participate in foot health training where appropriate.
To follow departmental and trust policies and procedures and guidelines, but also have the discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional guidelines.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a committed and compassionate individual with extensive clinical high-risk knowledge, and leadership experience to work in Foot Protection Team and hospital based MDTs within Nottinghamshire.
Working collaboratively with the Team Lead and Podiatry Service Manager, you will be required to cohesively support and direct a team of podiatrists to manage both diabetic, high-risk patient caseload. You will be required to manage your own clinical caseload and play a pivotal part in the continued development of the Community Podiatry Service and support/guide staff within the team.
Full job details are included in the specific job description. The main responsibilities include -
To work independently in both community and acute settings, providing a high quality of clinical care focused on the needs of diabetic patients.
Take clinical responsibility for caseload management and treatment of complex high-risk cases
Take clinical responsibility for the work undertaken by the clinical staff working in podiatry and in the delegation of clinical and domiciliary caseloads.
To monitor and audit activity, as appropriate, to adjust service as required, working with the Team Lead and Podiatry Service Manager to create a learning culture, to inform and develop the service as a result.
To be able to work autonomously and to be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, care planning, management and evaluation of podiatric interventions, and know when to refer on appropriately.
To participate in the support of placements for podiatry, AHP and other health professions students
To supervise and mentor podiatrists participating in rotations to complete and maintain competency level.
To be actively involved in the provision of foot health education and advice to staff, patients, relatives and carers and to participate in foot health training where appropriate.
To follow departmental and trust policies and procedures and guidelines, but also have the discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional guidelines.
A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Podiatry or equivalent.
- POM-A Local Anaesthesia Certificate.
- POM-S Sale and Supply Certificate.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
- Post graduate qualification in diabetes and the foot.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification e.g., MSc, or equivalent experience.
- Independent prescribing annotation.
- PGEC or equivalent teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post-graduate experience of working in podiatry providing diabetes and high-risk related foot assessment and management and complex wound care.
- Evidence of clinical development following qualification.
- Demonstrate a broad spectrum of clinical experience.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring staff and clinical placement students.
- Post graduate experience of working within an acute multi-disciplinary diabetes team.
- Experience of audit and report writing.
- Significant Post graduate NHS experience.
Desirable
- Teaching/presenting experience.
- Change management experience.
- Able to be constructively critical with experience of research/project work.
- Experience of publishing in journals.
- Previous experience of leading a team and service planning.
- Working in an existing Foot Protection Team.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge in the podiatric care of following areas: diabetes, wound care, vascular.
- Able to devise, implement, and co-ordinate highly specialised treatment regimes.
- Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of podiatry relevant to role.
Desirable
- Advanced knowledge of Podiatric dermatology and biomechanics.
- Must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of care Trust values and be able to articulate in practice.
- Aware of wider NHS issues and challenges.
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate potentially highly sensitive information to at risk patients where there may be communication barriers using negotiating and counselling skills.
- Advanced clinical skills to support the assessment of complex foot pathology.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Problem resolution and flexibility to respond to new challenges.
- Ability to work under pressure an an innovative individual with the skills and abilities to develop this new post.
- Computer literate in MS Office applications.
- A resourceful individual, with the ability to work under pressure within a changing environment prioritizing workload according to patient and service needs.
- Possess supervisor organisational skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload and time manage.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Aptitude for clinical reasoning and possession of analytical skills and ability to think laterally.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent clinical leadership skills.
- Networking skills.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.
- The post holder will be required to undertake duties which may lead to exposure to hazards including body fluids, blood, infectious material and dangerous chemicals and occasional exposure to verbal aggression and/or abusive behaviour.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Podiatry or equivalent.
- POM-A Local Anaesthesia Certificate.
- POM-S Sale and Supply Certificate.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development.
- Post graduate qualification in diabetes and the foot.
Desirable
- Post graduate qualification e.g., MSc, or equivalent experience.
- Independent prescribing annotation.
- PGEC or equivalent teaching qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate post-graduate experience of working in podiatry providing diabetes and high-risk related foot assessment and management and complex wound care.
- Evidence of clinical development following qualification.
- Demonstrate a broad spectrum of clinical experience.
- Experience of supervising/mentoring staff and clinical placement students.
- Post graduate experience of working within an acute multi-disciplinary diabetes team.
- Experience of audit and report writing.
- Significant Post graduate NHS experience.
Desirable
- Teaching/presenting experience.
- Change management experience.
- Able to be constructively critical with experience of research/project work.
- Experience of publishing in journals.
- Previous experience of leading a team and service planning.
- Working in an existing Foot Protection Team.
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge in the podiatric care of following areas: diabetes, wound care, vascular.
- Able to devise, implement, and co-ordinate highly specialised treatment regimes.
- Excellent theoretical and practical knowledge of podiatry relevant to role.
Desirable
- Advanced knowledge of Podiatric dermatology and biomechanics.
- Must be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of care Trust values and be able to articulate in practice.
- Aware of wider NHS issues and challenges.
Skills
Essential
- Able to communicate potentially highly sensitive information to at risk patients where there may be communication barriers using negotiating and counselling skills.
- Advanced clinical skills to support the assessment of complex foot pathology.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Problem resolution and flexibility to respond to new challenges.
- Ability to work under pressure an an innovative individual with the skills and abilities to develop this new post.
- Computer literate in MS Office applications.
- A resourceful individual, with the ability to work under pressure within a changing environment prioritizing workload according to patient and service needs.
- Possess supervisor organisational skills with the ability and confidence to communicate effectively at all levels.
- Ability to prioritise workload and time manage.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Desirable
- Aptitude for clinical reasoning and possession of analytical skills and ability to think laterally.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Excellent clinical leadership skills.
- Networking skills.
Contractual Requirements
Essential
- A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties.
- The post holder will be required to undertake duties which may lead to exposure to hazards including body fluids, blood, infectious material and dangerous chemicals and occasional exposure to verbal aggression and/or abusive behaviour.
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).
