Job summary
The Podiatric Surgery Service, based within the Northern General Hospital, is recruiting to the position of Staff Podiatrist in Podiatric Surgery. This post would be of interest to:
a) Applicants wanting to develop their skills and experience as a Staff Podiatrist that are currently or have undertaken the Masters in theory of Podiatric surgery.
b) Applicants seeking additional experience to support application towards a surgical training post.
The Podiatric Surgery Service is part of the MSK Directorate within Sheffield Teaching Hospital undertaking both elective cases and supporting diabetic/vascular services in delivering appropriate surgical care whilst maintaining a high level of patient care.
Andy Naismith, the Lead Consultant for the podiatric surgery service, is keen to ensure that this role will provide a supportive clinical environment to further support personal development while ensuring the operational stability of the unit and it is meeting its contractual targets. Support will be given to those wanting to develop professional and clinical practice. A good working understanding of PASCOM is desirable but not essential.
This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of a maximum of twelve months due to maternity leave of the substantive post holder. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts and statutory maternity provisions.
Main duties of the job
The candidate will be expected to contribute to the provision of surgical cases within a Day Surgery Unit and Outpatient Care settings based at the Northern General Hospital to support the podiatric surgery service. The post will involve the efficient administration of regional anaesthetic following a patient's admission to the Day Surgery Unit working with the nursing team through to patient discharge. Theatre sessions will generally be Tuesday and Friday with Out-patient clinics spread across the whole week.
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
- BSc Hons Degree in Podiatry
- Local Analgesia certification & POM's (Prescription or Medication) exemptions
- MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery
Desirable
- IRMER certification
- Phlebotomy/Venesection Certificate
- Therapeutic Injection Therapy Certificate
- NMP Certification
- Clinical Ultrasound Certification
Experience
Essential
- Previous Podiatric Surgery experience
Desirable
- Substantial post graduate experience
- Evidence of clinical development (biomechanics, wound care, neurological and vascular assessment)
- Supervisory experience
- Advanced local anaesthetic techniques
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent organisation and caring skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly specialised physical, hand-eye coordination skills
- Ability to use negotiating, counselling and motivational skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under direction
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to establish appropriate relationships with patients and colleagues
- Ability to undertake directed and informal learning
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons Degree in Podiatry
- Local Analgesia certification & POM's (Prescription or Medication) exemptions
- MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery
Desirable
- IRMER certification
- Phlebotomy/Venesection Certificate
- Therapeutic Injection Therapy Certificate
- NMP Certification
- Clinical Ultrasound Certification
Experience
Essential
- Previous Podiatric Surgery experience
Desirable
- Substantial post graduate experience
- Evidence of clinical development (biomechanics, wound care, neurological and vascular assessment)
- Supervisory experience
- Advanced local anaesthetic techniques
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent organisation and caring skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Highly specialised physical, hand-eye coordination skills
- Ability to use negotiating, counselling and motivational skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under direction
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to establish appropriate relationships with patients and colleagues
- Ability to undertake directed and informal learning
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Podiatric Surgery, Northern General Hospital
Herries Road
Sheffield
S5 7AU
Employer's website
https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
