Job summary
Development & progression are important within our Podiatry Service in Gloucestershire, due to recent progression we have a number of Band 6 posts available in different areas of the county. We would also support a Band 5/6 developmental role depending on level of experience, as well as considering flexible working hours.
As a countywide service over recent years there has been a measurable increase in complex cases presenting to our specialist podiatrists.
We are looking for Podiatrists to enhance our workforce across Gloucestershire who are skilled in areas such as musculoskeletal assessment and management, wound care, domiciliary care, high risk nail surgery and to support our developing vascular pathway.
Main duties of the job
To deliver podiatric interventions to a caseload of patients utilising both remote and face to face delivery.
- To understand, support and comply with established clinical pathways and evidence based care. To be prepared to work with management and other team members to improve and modify these pathways in line with Government and local initiatives and directives
- With Colleagues and service manager, plan, co-ordinate, deliver and evaluate the clinical needs of the service in relation to patient and stakeholder requirements.
- To provide specialist clinical treatments / advice with the support of Service and Team Leads
- To provide clinical training to students, apprentices and other Podiatry colleagues.
- Maintain accurate written records and statistics to ensure that service user details and details of the care given are recorded in notes and on the Trust database(s) in line with Trust policies
- Provide and receive complex and sensitive information from service users, carers or other professionals and agencies, on a daily basis
- To participate in Clinical Professional Development and other developmental activities
- To participate in regular supervision sessions with peers and identified others. To work positively with colleagues to maintain effective relationships
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
About us
At Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust, we are supportive of the people we care for in the community and aim to provide a fully responsive service to everyone who needs it. This is the same approach we take for our employees. We look to value the skills and experiences of those we work with, whether they are service users, carers, families or those looking to work with us.
Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust is part of the NHS. We treat NHS patients according to NHS principles and standards. The difference is the Trust is accountable to local people, rather than to Government, and so we are able to work closely with our community to develop services in the way that best suits the needs of local people.
Our Staff Survey results showed people at our Trust feel they are engaged, part of a team and work for a compassionate and inclusive organisation.
Our overall scores were better than average in eight of nine themes and level in one - the best overall results for a community, mental health and learning disabilities Trust in the south west and first equal amongst all sector NHS providers within the region too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gloucestershire Health and Care is committed to embedding and providing personalised care through all of its services as part of our high-quality care strategy. The purpose of personalised care is to empower people to lead the lives they want to live. Personalised care starts with a conversation with people about what matters to them. It builds on what people can do, as well as addressing their health needs. Including new ways of working and delivering care, emphasising that we need to make effective use of the full range of our peoples skills and experience to deliver the best possible patient care. So we want to know What Matters to You and that you will share our values and join us on this very important journey.
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.
Closing date for applications: 5th May 2024
Job description
Job responsibilities
Gloucestershire Health and Care is committed to embedding and providing personalised care through all of its services as part of our high-quality care strategy. The purpose of personalised care is to empower people to lead the lives they want to live. Personalised care starts with a conversation with people about what matters to them. It builds on what people can do, as well as addressing their health needs. Including new ways of working and delivering care, emphasising that we need to make effective use of the full range of our peoples skills and experience to deliver the best possible patient care. So we want to know What Matters to You and that you will share our values and join us on this very important journey.
The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.
Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.
Closing date for applications: 5th May 2024
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist
- Certificate in Local analgesia
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Evidence of competence and post qualifying experience within Podiatry and of managing a complex caseload
- Extensive experience of assessing, treating and managing patients' problems with rational and evidence based treatment plans
- Experience in all aspects of Podiatry including MSK, core DOMS, wound care and nail surgery
- Evidence of ongoing relevant CPD and a commitment to life-long learning
- Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner without direct supervision
Desirable
- Experience of collaboration working with other agencies including the voluntary sector
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- HCPC Registered Podiatrist
- Certificate in Local analgesia
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as a team member
- Evidence of competence and post qualifying experience within Podiatry and of managing a complex caseload
- Extensive experience of assessing, treating and managing patients' problems with rational and evidence based treatment plans
- Experience in all aspects of Podiatry including MSK, core DOMS, wound care and nail surgery
- Evidence of ongoing relevant CPD and a commitment to life-long learning
- Evidence of working as an autonomous practitioner without direct supervision
Desirable
- Experience of collaboration working with other agencies including the voluntary sector
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
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).
