Specialist Podiatrist

Job summary

We encourage those who would like to work with a small friendly team and is interested in a part-time position looking to develop their skills in managing the high-risk foot to apply.

Are you passionate about Podiatry? Would you like to work for a Trust whose mission is to promote health and quality of life in partnership with people & communities?

As an experienced specialist podiatrist within RDaSH you would:

oWork in varied settings across Doncaster.

oProvide quality care which focuses on those with high risk conditions, rotate into MDT foot ulcer team, nail surgery.

oFormulate & implement podiatry interventions, including lower limb MSK assessment, manufacture & provision of insoles for those at increased risk due to long term conditions.

oAn annual appraisal & personal development plan, supportive mentorship & essential learning required by the Trust. RDaSH engage, involve & support staff to reach their full potential.

o To become part of our Team- involvement in team meetings, make valuable suggestions to influence & help make changes to service, to use innovative technology and make a real difference to patient's health.

Main duties of the job

Assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of foot pathologies for patients seen within a wide range of settings, some of which may be in isolation, health centre community clinics, GP practice clinics, domiciliary visits, physical/mental health/learning difficulties and social services establishments. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills further in the specialist areas:

o MSK conditions, fitting and modifying off the shelf orthotics

o Nail surgery and other minor soft tissue procedures

o Wound care including diabetes foot ulcer management

o Education of staff and patients

o Audit and research projects

o Multidisciplinary working with other specialist services such as TVAL, diabetologists, vascular, podiatry surgery.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 3700 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Degree or equivalent diploma in podiatric medicine POM-a and POM-s HCPC registered

Desirable

Non-medical prescriber Teaching/ mentorship qualification

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