Band 6 Podiatrist

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, well-organised and motivated podiatrist to join our team, providing a range of podiatric care across London. You will be responsible for assessment and planning of individual patient care, working autonomously and as part of the wider team, so excellent communication skills and team working are essential.

You must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of current evidence-based practice and be able to apply this appropriately clinically. A drive to improve your skills and expand your expertise is desirable. We deliver patient care in a variety of clinical and community settings with a caseload focusing on the medically at risk and/or those 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 be 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.

Main duties of the job

• 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 patient's home, clinics, hospitals & elsewhere often working in isolation.
• Work as part of a MDT and act 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.

About us

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 person is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.

25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Blue Light Card

Job responsibilities

Clinical duties:

• To be legally and professionally accountable for all aspects of own work, including the management of patients in your care.
• To assess, diagnose, treat and manage a caseload of patients, in line with the podiatry service criteria.
• Apply effective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatment plans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs including: High risk diabetes, chronic disease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer/wound management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and those that present with challenging behaviours. Where appropriate, referral to specialist practitioners, other health care professionals or discharge.
• Undertake diagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g. Doppler ultrasound, wound swabs etc. Effectively interpret, record and report the results.
• To maintain high professional standards and code of conduct according to departmental and HCPC guidelines.
• To undertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispense orthoses.
• To undertake surgical intervention using local anaesthesia for complex nail pathologies.
• Undertake health promotion activities to groups/individuals/clients and other professionals as appropriate.
• To be proficient in the use of information technologies including video consultations with clients and for in-service training.
• To communicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding the appointment/procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g. home treatment plans, exercise regimes.
• Adhere to all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and joint working practices and protocols of the team.
• To maintain accurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.
• The post holder will be required to work in a poor environment. It is the responsibility of the podiatrist to highlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment to minimise/reduce risks.

Professional:

• To work as an autonomous clinician working within professional and organisational guidelines. Monitoring emails and tasks on a daily basis and responding in a timely manner.
• To keep up to date with clinical and professional developments.
• To participate in the department's Clinical Governance initiatives and developments, including research and audit.
• To undertake, demonstrate and log continued professional development.
• To ensure all clients receive the appropriate quality of care at all times whilst observing the policies and procedures of the organisation.
• Contribute to departmental development, participating in staff meetings and professional working groups and being a role model for junior staff.
• To participate in individual performance review, one-to-one meetings and clinical supervision.
• To complete the organisation's mandatory training in accordance with the mandatory training policy.
• To have responsibility for the Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
• To ensure confidentiality at all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection Act and its amendments.
• To work in accordance with the Organisation's Equality and Diversity policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation to employment and service delivery.
• To promote at all times equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordance with the Organisation's policies to ensure that no person receives less favourable treatment than another on the grounds of: age; disability; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (ethnicity); religion or belief; sex (gender); gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
• To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to the role, to follow relevant Organisation policies and professional codes and to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
• To comply with the Organisation's No Smoking Policies.
• To undertake such duties as may be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of the grade and the needs of the service.
• This job description is not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position. Details and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with the post holder.

Person Specification Qualifications

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

Experience

• 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

Other

• 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 teamwork
• Commitment to high standard of care
• Commitment to personal and professional development

Knowledge and skills

• 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

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.

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