Job summary
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self-motivated candidate with excellent leadership and team working skills and the vision and determination to drive continued development of innovative, enthusiastic, and highly effective Podiatry services.
This is a busy and varied role, one which requires the post holder to have a flexible approach to their working duties, to coordinate administrative and clinical services to the Podiatry team based in Willesden Centre for H & C.
On occasion the post holder may be expected to travel across borough to our other team in Ealing, to support the function of the Podiatry Department. You will have had experience in a clinical role with some management responsibilities and will be required to line manage staff.
You will be able to lead and participate in service development, to identify the need for new practice and determine methods of implementing change.
The successful candidate must have excellent communication and inter-personal/negotiation skills, be able to prioritise and have the ability to work under pressure. To undertake appraisals/personal development review 1-1's with team members and support staff in achieving their/organisational goals.
This is a Permanent Contract to replace a staff vacancy. The post will be based within the Podiatry
Main duties of the job
To provide high-quality care to a diverse range of podiatry patients in a wide variety of settings. To assess diagnose, treat, plan and manage the podiatric (lower limb and foot care) needs of the local and transient populations in a wide variety of settings, in order to maintain patient mobility and independence
To work in collaboration with a team of Podiatrists and other care providers to ensure seamless care delivery for all patients and where appropriate to liaise with and refer and work under direction on Band 6.
The post holder will be expected to undertake appropriate clinical rotation(s) and will be supported by supervision and mentoring sessions.
The post holder will, with their manager identify their knowledge and skills and will be encouraged to work towards the skills and knowledge level of a Specialist Podiatrist.
About us
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster - and Hertfordshire.
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
- Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
As an NHS trust,we are committed to equal opportunities and ensuring equality and diversity in the workplace.
We have a number of staff networks: Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), Race Equality Network and the Rainbow Network which supports LGBT+ staff. Each network has a champion who is an executive director at the Trust and they hold regular meetingsto discuss issues andmake plans to improve CLCH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality care to a diverse range of podiatry patients in a wide variety of settings. To assess diagnose, treat, plan and manage the podiatric (lower limb and foot care) needs of the local and transient populations in a wide variety of settings, in order to maintain patient mobility and independence
- To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions, using appropriate diagnostic techniques, skills and tools; to adopt a problem-solving approach to patient care, ensuring that all clients treated have an agreed treatment plan
- To create and implement tailored treatment and care plans using a variety of appropriate treatment regimes for a range of patient groups including those in the at risk categories, focusing on the management of primary foot pathologies.
This includes patients with the following conditions (this list is not exhaustive):-
- Chronic Disease , for example Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Neurological and vascular disorders, Parkinsons Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease
- HIV
- Poly-pharmacy
- Wound management
- Maintenance of tissue viability
- Terminal Illness
- Mental Health
- Learning Difficulties
- Musculoskeletal trauma and injuryPlease see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide high-quality care to a diverse range of podiatry patients in a wide variety of settings. To assess diagnose, treat, plan and manage the podiatric (lower limb and foot care) needs of the local and transient populations in a wide variety of settings, in order to maintain patient mobility and independence
- To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions, using appropriate diagnostic techniques, skills and tools; to adopt a problem-solving approach to patient care, ensuring that all clients treated have an agreed treatment plan
- To create and implement tailored treatment and care plans using a variety of appropriate treatment regimes for a range of patient groups including those in the at risk categories, focusing on the management of primary foot pathologies.
This includes patients with the following conditions (this list is not exhaustive):-
- Chronic Disease , for example Diabetes, Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Neurological and vascular disorders, Parkinsons Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease
- HIV
- Poly-pharmacy
- Wound management
- Maintenance of tissue viability
- Terminal Illness
- Mental Health
- Learning Difficulties
- Musculoskeletal trauma and injuryPlease see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- oBSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- oRegistration with the Health Professions Council
- oCertificate in local anaesthesia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
- Experience of service development
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession ? Knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of SOCAP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Experience of delivering health education
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit
- IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential
- oBSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- oRegistration with the Health Professions Council
- oCertificate in local anaesthesia
Experience
Essential
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
- Experience of service development
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession ? Knowledge of podiatric theory and practice
- Knowledge of SOCAP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to evaluate and analyse patients concerns and needs and propose effective solutions
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- Experience of delivering health education
Desirable
- Knowledge of audit
- IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Central London Community Health Trust
Address
L5 Barnet Podiatry Service - BEC001-Barnet Podiatry Service
London
W8 6EG
Employer's website
https://clch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
