Job summary
Community Podiatrist
We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking Podiatrists who are keen to develop their clinical skills within a friendly, supportive and innovative environment.
Wirral Community NHS Trust Podiatry service provides a comprehensive range of treatments ranging from routine clinical podiatry care to nail surgery and CAD/CAM custom made orthoses. We also provide specialist diabetes & orthopaedic podiatry services to patients in Wirral University Teaching Hospitals.
Main duties of the job
Working as a Community Podiatrist, you will be required to provide a range of high quality podiatric interventions in a variety of community clinical, GP and domiciliary settings throughout the Wirral peninsula.
About us
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas.
As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust. Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust's policies, at all times.
Our staff are very much valued and this is why we offer a range of emloyee benefits including family friendly policies, additional leave purchase schemes, lap tops for remote working, free parking, as well as staff wellbeing support services including counselling, inclusive staff network meetings and a range of ambassadorial engagement roles.
In addition, the Wirral peninsula boats stunning coastlines and countryside and has excellent transport links to North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, as well as the historic city of Chester.
To find out more about working in Wirral and the many benefits of joining Team WCHC visitwchc.nhs.uk/careers/ or contact the podiatry team directly on 0151 514 2314 to discuss the opportunities we have available.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must possess a degree/diploma in Podiatry, a local anaesthesia certificate and be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council. You must also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly, therefore you must have access to your own transport for work purposes. This post provides an excellent opportunity for pro-active clinicians to consolidate their existing skills whilst developing new skills under the mentorship of experienced specialist podiatrists.
Applications are welcome from those interested in a job share opportunity
We are an equal opportunities employer
Flexible Working opportunities are available
Please note that non-NHS applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the salary band
When providing references, these should be your two most recent employers (these may include your line manager or someone in a position of responsibility). Personal references are not acceptable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You must possess a degree/diploma in Podiatry, a local anaesthesia certificate and be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council. You must also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly, therefore you must have access to your own transport for work purposes. This post provides an excellent opportunity for pro-active clinicians to consolidate their existing skills whilst developing new skills under the mentorship of experienced specialist podiatrists.
Applications are welcome from those interested in a job share opportunity
We are an equal opportunities employer
Flexible Working opportunities are available
Please note that non-NHS applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the salary band
When providing references, these should be your two most recent employers (these may include your line manager or someone in a position of responsibility). Personal references are not acceptable.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Podiatry degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Podiatrist
- Local anaesthetic certificate
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Up to date portfolio of continued professional development
- Clinical experience gained as an undergraduate or post graduate clinician
Desirable
- Broad clinical experience gained in an NHS podiatry setting
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer literate
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Personal qualities
Essential
- Have a flexible approach to work
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Punctuality and reliability
- Ability to empathise with others
Person Specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential
- Podiatry degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Podiatrist
- Local anaesthetic certificate
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Up to date portfolio of continued professional development
- Clinical experience gained as an undergraduate or post graduate clinician
Desirable
- Broad clinical experience gained in an NHS podiatry setting
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Computer literate
- Ability to manage own time and determine priorities
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Personal qualities
Essential
- Have a flexible approach to work
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Punctuality and reliability
- Ability to empathise with others
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).
