Podiatrist

2 months ago


Melrose, Scottish Borders, United Kingdom NHS National Services Scotland Full time
Job Title: Podiatrist

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Podiatrist to join our team at NHS Borders. As a Podiatrist, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality clinical care to patients and carers, while also contributing to the education and training of staff and other service users.

About the Role

The Podiatry Service at NHS Borders serves a population of 110,000 people across a large, rural landscape in South East Scotland. Our team delivers outpatient clinics in various locations, including Peebles, Galashiels, Kelso, Hawick, Jedburgh, and Eyemouth. In-patient care and specialist multidisciplinary services, such as Diabetic foot clinic and MSK Podiatry, take place at the Borders General Hospital.

Key Responsibilities
  • Triage of referrals and assessment of diverse range of conditions
  • Tailoring treatment plans to individual needs, focusing on supported self-management where appropriate
  • Working between community outpatient clinics, in-patients, nursing homes, and patients' houses
Requirements
  • HCPC registration and degree or diploma in Podiatry
  • Refined interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to collaborate with all staff and the public
  • Valid UK Driver's Licence and access to a car for occasional travel across NHS Borders Primary Care sites
  • Commitment to promoting NHS Borders values
What We Offer

NHS Borders is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society and offer a dynamic and supportive work environment.