Job summary
We have
an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Podiatrist in Buckinghamshire
Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Podiatry Department at Amersham Hospital. In
this role, you will be responsible for providing professional and clinical
leadership in the strategic development, planning, and operational delivery of
podiatry wound care services across both primary and secondary care settings in
Buckinghamshire. You will act as a key source of expertise in wound care,
managing the holistic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with
complex wound care conditions. You will also be responsible for delivering
evidence-based podiatry interventions and clinical advice aimed at reducing the
need for acute interventions, while supporting patients to maintain mobility,
independence, and overall wellbeing.
Main duties of the job
As an
Advanced Podiatrist, you will be working collaboratively with the Head of
Service, Podiatry Leads, and a wider team of healthcare professionals to help
ensure a consistent and high-quality podiatry service is delivered across the
county. You will be responsible for supporting the development of effective
treatment planning, including off-loading strategies and preventative risk
management for high-risk patients and those requiring specialised wound care.
In addition, you will be expected to contribute as a proactive member of the
Podiatry Service, supporting service objectives and ensuring all practices
align with departmental standards as well as organisational and Health and Care
Professions Council (HCPC) policies and professional requirements.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
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Job description
Job responsibilities
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To independently triage referrals and determine appropriate care pathways,
ensuring patients are directed to the most suitable services in a timely manner
while coordinating onward referrals when specialist input or additional
investigations are required.
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To undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and apply advanced
analytical skills to interpret complex clinical information, including imaging
and pathology reports, in order to formulate accurate diagnoses, prognoses, and
tailored management plans.
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To manage and organise a designated caseload of patients, prioritising
clinical needs effectively while ensuring efficient use of time and resources
to deliver safe and timely care.
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To maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and clinical
documentation, ensuring all consultations, treatments, and outcomes are clearly
recorded in line with legal, organisational, and professional standards.
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To provide education, guidance, and specialist advice to patients,
relatives, carers, and healthcare professionals, supporting understanding of
foot health management and encouraging engagement in treatment and
rehabilitation plans.
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To contribute to service improvement and professional development
activities, including participating in audits, training programmes, and
clinical supervision while supporting knowledge sharing and the development of
best practice within the podiatry service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
To independently triage referrals and determine appropriate care pathways,
ensuring patients are directed to the most suitable services in a timely manner
while coordinating onward referrals when specialist input or additional
investigations are required.
-
To undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and apply advanced
analytical skills to interpret complex clinical information, including imaging
and pathology reports, in order to formulate accurate diagnoses, prognoses, and
tailored management plans.
-
To manage and organise a designated caseload of patients, prioritising
clinical needs effectively while ensuring efficient use of time and resources
to deliver safe and timely care.
-
To maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and clinical
documentation, ensuring all consultations, treatments, and outcomes are clearly
recorded in line with legal, organisational, and professional standards.
-
To provide education, guidance, and specialist advice to patients,
relatives, carers, and healthcare professionals, supporting understanding of
foot health management and encouraging engagement in treatment and
rehabilitation plans.
-
To contribute to service improvement and professional development
activities, including participating in audits, training programmes, and
clinical supervision while supporting knowledge sharing and the development of
best practice within the podiatry service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Podiatrist.
- Degree in Podiatry or equivalent.
- Experience in advanced podiatry practice, including complex wound care.
- Able to work independently and manage high-risk patients.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and participation in audit/service improvement.
- Car driver preferred; travel across the county will be required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registered Podiatrist.
- Degree in Podiatry or equivalent.
- Experience in advanced podiatry practice, including complex wound care.
- Able to work independently and manage high-risk patients.
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and participation in audit/service improvement.
- Car driver preferred; travel across the county will be required.
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).
