Job summary
We are looking for enthusiastic podiatrists to work within the community podiatry service.
This department has held the Customer Service Excellence Standard for 22 years and this ensures that patients receive a high standard of care to meet their needs.
We need motivated, flexible and enthusiastic individuals to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will be able to develop your clinical knowledge, caseload management skills, experience and be supported to provide excellent patient centred care.
There is the opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of podiatry disciplines including MSK Podiatry and Podiatric Surgery due to improved links.
Within the Podiatry department, we have a well-regarded Multidisciplinary Diabetic Foot clinic, vascular and offloading service. There will also be the opportunity to be involved with nail surgery if interested.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist
- Keen to develop
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent customer care skills
- Full driving license essential and access to a vehicle
- This is an exciting opportunity to join an excellent team in Sheffield
Please note this advertisement is for both full time and part time opportunities.
Main duties of the job
JOB PURPOSE
To undertake podiatric care plans within the community, providing clinical care and health promotion advice to Sheffield patients with a foot disorder
ROLE OF THE DEPARTMENT
The Role of the Podiatry Department is to work within local and national guidelines and the evidence base, to provide effective care for patients with Foot disorders. The Podiatrist will contribute to this be contributing to the delivery of clinical care to patients with a foot problem and a clinical need for publicly funded podiatry
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist
- BSc Podiatry or equivalent qualification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Understanding of the podiatrist's role in the NHS
- Understanding of Primary Care
- Awareness of NHS Policy and the evidence base for managing foot disease
- UK Driving licence
Desirable
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist
- BSc Podiatry or equivalent qualification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Understanding of the podiatrist's role in the NHS
- Understanding of Primary Care
- Awareness of NHS Policy and the evidence base for managing foot disease
- UK Driving licence
Desirable
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).
