NHS
Job title:
Specialist Podiatrist
Company
NHS
Job description
Be a Foot Hero! Join Our Thriving Podiatry Team in Merton!Do you have a passion for keeping feet healthy and helping people have a better approach to their foot health (or live pain-free) ?Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust is looking for a dynamic and skilled Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist to join our team in Merton. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.Here’s why you’ll love working with us:
- Be a Foot Care Expert: Gain valuable experience through rotational programs in areas like biomechanics, wound care, and nail surgery.
- Make a Real Difference: Deliver high-quality podiatric care to a diverse range of patients, including those at high risk.
- Learn & Grow: We’re committed to your development. Access extensive training & resources through the CLCH Academy.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working options and a supportive team environment.
Main duties of the jobAre you the right fit?
- You’re a registered podiatrist with a passion for patient care.
- You have experience working with a wide range of patients and conditions.
- You’re a strong communicator with excellent clinical skills and a dedication to continuous learning.
- You thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working as part of a team.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.If you would like to have a chat with the Podiarty Clinical Lead, Timothy Moor before making an application, please contact him either by e-mail [email protected] or by calling 07908 129182.About usJust as we care about our patients’ wellbeing, we care about yours!We can offer you:
- A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
- Car lease scheme *T&C’s apply
- Flexible working options
- Annual travel card loan
- Training, support and development in your career
To have a full look at our benefits and what it’s like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefitsDate posted17 January 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 6Salary£42,939 to £50,697 a year per annum, including HCASContractPermanentWorking patternFull-time, Flexible workingReference number824-SOUTH-6720121-CJob locationsNelson Health Centre, Kingston RoadLondonSW20 8DAJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description, person specification, and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease refer to the job description, person specification, and trust values, for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationEssential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Registration with the Health Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
Desirable
- Evidence of post grad training in specialist area(s) of podiatry
ExperienceEssential
- Postgraduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working.
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot.
- Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted).
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS environment.
- Experience of clinical supervision/mentoring.
- Experience of service development.
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
- Knowledge of CoP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities – theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High-risk tissue breakdown.
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High-risk tissue breakdown
- Knowledge of CoP code of conduct
Desirable
- Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to preschool aged children)
- Ability to manufacture simple insoles.
- Presentation Skills / Experience at delivering Health Promotion
Key AttributesEssential
- Ability to cope with a busy demanding and varied workload able to cope with the demands of moving between sessional clinics, on foot, by transport. This may include carriage of clinical equipment on home visits.
- Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
- Ability to multi-task and concentration in order to apply continued diagnostic and analytical skills throughout the working day.
- Ability to cope with patient’s anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties.
- Adaptable to a variety of working environments and the ability to cope with sometimes distressing settings and work tasks including wound care, neglected feet and exposure to malodour, body fluids including blood and wound
Desirable
- Driving license and access to a car.
Person SpecificationEducation/QualificationEssential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
- Registration with the Health Professions Council
- Certificate in local anaesthesia
Desirable
- Evidence of post grad training in specialist area(s) of podiatry
ExperienceEssential
- Postgraduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working.
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot.
- Experience of working as part of a specialist team (clinical rotation experience accepted).
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS environment.
- Experience of clinical supervision/mentoring.
- Experience of service development.
Skills and KnowledgeEssential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture
- Knowledge of CoP code of conduct
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities – theory and practice
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory and practice
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High-risk tissue breakdown.
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Knowledge of treatment options and skills required in the management of High-risk tissue breakdown
- Knowledge of CoP code of conduct
Desirable
- Awareness of national policies and procedures (relevant to preschool aged children)
- Ability to manufacture simple insoles.
- Presentation Skills / Experience at delivering Health Promotion
Key AttributesEssential
- Ability to cope with a busy demanding and varied workload able to cope with the demands of moving between sessional clinics, on foot, by transport. This may include carriage of clinical equipment on home visits.
- Performing clinical treatments in physically restricted work positions requiring repetitive fine movements.
- Ability to multi-task and concentration in order to apply continued diagnostic and analytical skills throughout the working day.
- Ability to cope with patient’s anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and allay anxieties.
- Adaptable to a variety of working environments and the ability to cope with sometimes distressing settings and work tasks including wound care, neglected feet and exposure to malodour, body fluids including blood and wound
Desirable
- Driving license and access to a car.
Expected salary
£42939 – 50697 per year
Location
South West London
Job date
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 08:35:03 GMT
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