Specialist Podiatrist (Diabetes)

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

To be part of a highly motivated team, yet work as an autonomous practitioner without direct reference to a line manager or professional colleagues in both community and acute settings.
To provide a high standard of clinical care.
To assess, diagnose, develop, and implement individual care programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases such as diabetes and connective tissue disorders, vascular problems, wound management and biomechanical conditions.
To be able to drive and have access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, forward thinking Podiatrist with a minimum of 2 years NHS experience, who is keen to develop their clinical skills within a friendly, supportive and innovative environment.

The post-holder will be required provide a range of high quality podiatric interventions in a variety of community clinics, GP practices, and also in nursing homes & domiciliary settings throughout the Wirral peninsula, Merseyside & Cheshire.

As a Specialist Podiatrist you will also be actively involved in providing specialist diabetes care & orthopaedic podiatry services to patients in Wirral University Teaching Hospital. This will involve working as part of a consultant led multi-disciplinary team as well as podiatrist led clinics and ward sessions. This work can at times be unpredictable and an ability to work flexibly and adapt in a fast paced environment is essential.

Support and training will be provided with assistance given to the successful candidate in order to complete the College of Podiatry Foot in Diabetes module.

The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly across a wide geographical area, therefore you must have access to your own transport for work purposes. This post provides an excellent opportunity for pro-active clinicians to demonstrate their existing skills within a challenging environment.

About us

Working for the podiatry service offers a fulfilling and rewarding role with the full support of a welcoming and friendly team. We offer variety in terms of duties and working locations with the opportunity for further development in the future.

Date posted

13 December 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pa/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

844-6836348

Job locations

St. Catherine's Health Centre

Derby Road

Wirral

CH42 0LQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details of the main duties and responsibilities associated with this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description and person specification for full details of the main duties and responsibilities associated with this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Podiatry degree or equivalent qualification
Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
Local Anaesthetic Certificate

Experience

Essential

Two years experience in an NHS Podiatry setting undertaking a range of procedures and interventions
Up-to-date portfolio of continued professional development

Desirable

Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical governance agenda
College of Podiatry 'Foot in Diabetes' Module

Skills and attributes

Essential

Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage own time effectively and determine priorities
Highly developed organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Computer literate

Desirable

Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff

Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
Ability to empathise with others
Have a flexible approach to work
Punctuality
Valid UK Driving License

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Podiatry degree or equivalent qualification
Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
Local Anaesthetic Certificate

Experience

Essential

Two years experience in an NHS Podiatry setting undertaking a range of procedures and interventions
Up-to-date portfolio of continued professional development

Desirable

Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical governance agenda
College of Podiatry 'Foot in Diabetes' Module

Skills and attributes

Essential

Excellent communication skills
Ability to manage own time effectively and determine priorities
Highly developed organisational skills
Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
Computer literate

Desirable

Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff

Personal Qualities

Essential

Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
Ability to empathise with others
Have a flexible approach to work
Punctuality
Valid UK Driving License

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.