Specialist Podiatrist

We are seeking a highly skilled Specialist Podiatrist to join our team at Dorset Clinical Commissioning Group. As a Specialist Podiatrist, you will be responsible for providing advanced clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with complex foot pathologies, including diabetic foot ulcers, vascular problems, and wound management issues.

• Provide specialist podiatric clinical input to patients with diabetes, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of foot ulcers, infections, and other complications.
• Manage patients presenting with vascular problems and wound management/tissue viability issues, including the use of advanced debridement skills.
• Provide care for patients with chronic diseases, such as rheumatology conditions and infectious diseases, including the treatment of foot ulcers, calluses, and corns.
• Identify and treat musculoskeletal problems using bio-mechanical assessment and gait analysis, and provide podiatric care to patients' residual limbs.
• Order clinical investigations, including X-Rays, and prescribe medications to treat infection.

We are looking for a Specialist Podiatrist with the following skills and experience:

• Knowledge of the aetiology of conditions that can cause amputation and an understanding of the medical conditions encountered in patients requiring amputation.
• Application of core and specialist Podiatry skills in the treatment of patients with lower limb amputation.
• Experience of working with patients who have undergone amputation in a ward setting and out-patient environment, carrying out assessment and treatment.
• Evidence of treating high-risk patients and complex foot pathologies.
• Ability to undertake intricate work using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments.

We require a Specialist Podiatrist with the following qualifications and experience:

• BSc Degree in Podiatry.
• HPCP Registration.
• Local Anaesthetics Certificate.