Podiatry Assistant

7 days ago

Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Podiatry Assistant to join our team at the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As a key member of our podiatry team, you will provide clinical support to podiatrists, assist in footcare clinics, and conduct domiciliary visits. You will also assist in the day-to-day operations of clinics, including preparation of clinic rooms and managing stock.

Main Duties

  • Provide clinical support to podiatrists, including assistance in ulcer/wound care and surgical clinics.
  • Run your own footcare clinics and conduct domiciliary visits, providing nail care under the guidance of a podiatrist.
  • Assist in the day-to-day operations of clinics, including preparation of clinic rooms, ensuring smooth operation of multi-disciplinary team clinics, managing stock, and handling clinical administration.
  • Perform nail cutting, assist with patient care and education, conduct wound dressings, and liaise with other departments.
  • Support audit and research initiatives and utilise the EPIC electronic record system.

Requirements

  • A caring, proactive individual with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Level 3 qualification in healthcare.
  • Strong time management and IT skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, clinically challenging environment.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive training aligned with the AHP Support Worker Competency, Education, and Career Development framework.
  • Potential opportunities for career progression to an Assistant Practitioner or Podiatry Apprenticeship in the future.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team dedicated to providing specialist podiatry care. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients, many of whom require ongoing care for high-risk conditions.

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday 08:30am - 16:30pm

Interview Date

Thursday 3rd October 2024

Pay

The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change rates, inclusive of a pay award implemented from October 2024. If you join before this date, the pay award will be backdated to April 2024 or your start date, whichever is later. Until then, remuneration will be based on the pay bandings (Pay scales for 2023/24 | NHS Employers).

For further information please contact:

Laura Brown, Community Podiatry Service Manager, on or

The fixed term contracts are for 12 months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

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