Job summary
We are delighted to offer this substantive Consultant Podiatric Surgeon opportunity within Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This post is for the equivalent for 15 hours per week.
We're seeking a dedicated Consultant Podiatric Surgeon to join our innovative team, providing expert surgical care to diabetic and Vascular patients in Basildon Essex.
The EPUT Podiatric Surgery Team provides care for patients across South, East and North Herts and West Essex. We currently employ Consultant Podiatric Surgeons, a Registrar, a trainees and a staff Podiatrist.
The post holder will act in the main within the newly developing Multi-Disciplinary Foot Teams (MDFT) Acute foot pathway team and will include the assessment and treatment of patients as part of the development of Multi-Disciplinary Foot Teams within the community and acute trusts. The majority of this role will be working in liaison with vascular surgeons and diabetes consultants at Basildon Hospital, as part of a MDFT delivering care for the at "risk/acute foot" pathway. Specific training and/or commensurate experience in the treatment of compromised patients is therefore essential.
In addition to holding and managing their own caseload, the post holder will support the Clinical Director, Service Director and Operational Lead. They will be responsible for the delivery of EPUT day case podiatric surgery services within a defined area, but with the ability to cover all areas where needed by service requirements.
Main duties of the job
Lead and deliver outpatient and theatre sessions in conjunction with the diabetic and vascular consultants, managing a wide range of foot conditions.
Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop personalised treatment plans for patients in an acute setting.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient care.
Drive quality improvement and contribute to our commitment to delivering exceptional care.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A supportive and collaborative environment working alongside experienced medical and Podiatric professionals
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning as part of a dedicated Podiatric Surgery Service and established access to CPD.
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of diabetic and vascular patients
The majority of this role will be working in liaison with vascular surgeons and diabetes consultants at Basildon Hospital, as part of a MDFT delivering care for the at risk/acute foot pathway. Specific training and/or commensurate experience in the treatment of compromised patients is therefore essential.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate qualifications and experience required for this role, including:
- A minimum of two years experience in diabetic/ vascular setting undertaking foot salvage surgery as a lead surgeon.
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery or equivalent
- Podiatric Surgery annotation with the HCPC
- Current registration with the HCPC
- Non-Medical Independent Prescribing (NMIP)
- Current Immediate Life Support (ILS)
- Certificate of Completion of Podiatric Specialist Training (CCPST)
- IRMER Operator/practitioner certificates
- Membership of the Royal College of PodiatryAttendance of podiatric surgery-appropriate training courses and conferences
- Evidence of experience and training courses in diabetic salvage surgery.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A supportive and collaborative environment working alongside experienced medical and Podiatric professionals
Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning as part of a dedicated Podiatric Surgery Service and established access to CPD.
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of diabetic and vascular patients
The majority of this role will be working in liaison with vascular surgeons and diabetes consultants at Basildon Hospital, as part of a MDFT delivering care for the at risk/acute foot pathway. Specific training and/or commensurate experience in the treatment of compromised patients is therefore essential.
Applicants will be required to demonstrate appropriate qualifications and experience required for this role, including:
- A minimum of two years experience in diabetic/ vascular setting undertaking foot salvage surgery as a lead surgeon.
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- MSc Theory of Podiatric Surgery or equivalent
- Podiatric Surgery annotation with the HCPC
- Current registration with the HCPC
- Non-Medical Independent Prescribing (NMIP)
- Current Immediate Life Support (ILS)
- Certificate of Completion of Podiatric Specialist Training (CCPST)
- IRMER Operator/practitioner certificates
- Membership of the Royal College of PodiatryAttendance of podiatric surgery-appropriate training courses and conferences
- Evidence of experience and training courses in diabetic salvage surgery.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Consultant Podiatric Surgeon
Experience
Essential
- Experience of High "Risk Foot" Podiatric Surgery
Experience
Essential
- Two years experience in Acute Foot
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Consultant Podiatric Surgeon
Experience
Essential
- Experience of High "Risk Foot" Podiatric Surgery
Experience
Essential
- Two years experience in Acute Foot
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).
