Band 6 Podiatrist

This is an exciting opportunity for anenthusiastic, well organised and motivated podiatrist to join our team. You willbe responsible for assessment and planning of individual patient care, workingautonomously and as part of the wider team, so excellent communication skillsand team working are essential.

You must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge ofcurrent evidence-based practice and be able to apply this appropriatelyclinically. A drive to improve your skills and expand your expertise isdesirable. We deliver patient care in a variety of clinical andcommunity settings with a caseload focusing on the medically at risk and/orthose with a high podiatric need.

You will be involved in nail surgery sessions, high risk clinics and have the opportunity to rotate through the foot protection team and musculoskeletal clinics.

You will work alongside experienced podiatrists and encouraged in your professional development. We are committed to CPD and promoting evidence-based practice and a high standard of care throughout the service. We offer support through regular 1:1 meetings, clinical supervision, in-house CPD, and ongoing training to support the development of our staff.

Newly qualified podiatrists are welcome to apply. We require a degree/diploma in podiatric medicine and HCPC registration.

• Work as an integral member of the podiatry team to deliver quality programs of podiatric care to patients who have an assessed need.
• Provide treatment at a variety of sites including a patients home, clinics, hospitals & elsewhere often working in isolation.
• Work as part of a MDT and acting as a source of advice to patients, carers, GPs & other Health Care Professionals.
• Be responsible for the day to day operational management of a specific clinic location, working as a lone practitioner in some cases.

We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.

Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.

We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence.

We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever we're interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration.

We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare employee is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.

• 25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) and option to buy/sell
• Private Healthcare (Benenden)
• Company Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Blue Light Card
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Wagestream
• Reward Gateway
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Smart Tech
• EV Car Scheme

Clinical duties:

• To belegally and professionally accountable for all aspect of own work, includingthe management of patients in your care.
• Toassess, diagnose, treat and mange a caseload of patients, in line with thepodiatry service criteria.
• Applyeffective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatmentplans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patientswith a wide range of clinical needs including: High risk diabetes, chronicdisease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer/ would management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and thosethat present with challenging behaviours.And where appropriate, referral to specialist practitioners, otherhealth care professionals or discharge.
• Undertakediagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g. Doppler ultrasound,wound swabs etc. Effectively,interpreting, recording and reporting the results.
• Tomaintain high professional standards and code of conduct according todepartmental and HCPC guidelines.
• Toundertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispenseorthoses.
• Toundertake surgical intervention using local anaesthesia for complex nailpathologies.
• Undertakehealth promotion activities to groups / individuals / clients and otherprofessionals as appropriate.
• To beproficient in the use of information technologies including video consultationswith clients and for in-service training.
• Tocommunicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding theappointment / procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g. hometreatment plans, exercise regimes.
• Adhereto all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and jointworking practices and protocols of the team.
• To maintainaccurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.
• Thepost holder will be required to work in a poor environment. It is the responsibility of the podiatrist tohighlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment tominimise / reduce risks.

Clinical duties:

• To belegally and professionally accountable for all aspect of own work, includingthe management of patients in your care.
• Toassess, diagnose, treat and mange a caseload of patients, in line with thepodiatry service criteria.
• Applyeffective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatmentplans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patientswith a wide range of clinical needs including: High risk diabetes, chronicdisease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer/ would management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and thosethat present with challenging behaviours.And where appropriate, referral to specialist practitioners, otherhealth care professionals or discharge.
• Undertakediagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g. Doppler ultrasound,wound swabs etc. Effectively,interpreting, recording and reporting the results.
• Tomaintain high professional standards and code of conduct according todepartmental and HCPC guidelines.
• Toundertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispenseorthoses.
• Toundertake surgical intervention using local anaesthesia for complex nailpathologies.
• Undertakehealth promotion activities to groups / individuals / clients and otherprofessionals as appropriate.
• To beproficient in the use of information technologies including video consultationswith clients and for in-service training.
• Tocommunicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding theappointment / procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g. hometreatment plans, exercise regimes.
• Adhereto all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and jointworking practices and protocols of the team.
• To maintainaccurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.
• Thepost holder will be required to work in a poor environment. It is the responsibility of the podiatrist tohighlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment tominimise / reduce risks.

• To workas an autonomous clinician working within professional and organisational guidelines.Monitoring emails and tasks on a daily basis and responding in a timely manner.
• To keepup to date with clinical and professional developments.
• Toparticipate in the departments Clinical Governance initiatives anddevelopments, including research and audit.
• Toundertake, demonstrate and log continued professional development.
• Toensure all clients receive the appropriate quality of care at all time whilstobserving the policies and procedures of the organisation.
• Contributeto departmental development, participating in staff meetings and professionalworking groups and being a role model for junior staff.
• Toparticipate in individual performance review, one to one meetings and clinicalsupervision.
• To completethe organisations mandatory training in accordance with the mandatory trainingpolicy.
• To have responsibility for theHealth, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times withthe requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
• To ensure confidentiality atall times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting inan official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data ProtectionAct and its amendments.
• To work in accordance with the Organisations Equalityand Diversity policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation toemployment and service delivery.
• Topromote at all times equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordancewith the Organisations policies to ensure that no person receives lessfavourable treatment than another on the grounds of: age; disability; marriageand civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (ethnicity); religion orbelief; sex (gender); gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
• To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant tothe role, to follow relevant Organisation policies and professional codes andto maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
• To comply with the OrganisationsNo Smoking Policies.
• To undertake such duties as maybe required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities ofthe grade and the needs of the service.
• This job description isnot an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position. Detailsand emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with thepost holder.

• B.Sc. in Podiatric Medicine
• HCPC Registered
• Local Anaesthetic Certificate
• Car Driver (Full Licence)

• Knowledge of current Podiatry practices and clinical issues
• Broad spectrum of clinical experience
• Working independently and as a team member
• Assessed and formulated treatment plans for new patients
• Evidence/portfolio of post-graduate CPD
• Domiciliary care provision
• Experienced in the provision of high-risk treatments & advanced biomechanical assessments
• 2 years relevant post graduate experience

• Ability to work under pressure
• Trustworthy
• Confident and Friendly
• Flexible
• Approachable
• Reliable
• Good time management
• Smart appearance
• Willingness to ask for and take advice
• Ability to make decisions, using available evidence where necessary
• Commitment to team work
• Commitment to high standard of care
• Commitment to personal and professional development

• Nail Surgery, Health promotion and basic biomechanics
• Effective communication
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
• Positive attitude to change
• Appreciation of good record keeping
• Awareness of health & safety
• Excellent presentation skills
• Awareness of clinical governance
• Evidence of post graduate CPD

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.