Advanced Musculoskeletal (MSK) Foot and Ankle Practitioner

We are delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work within our innovative Podiatry department. Salford Care Organisation which is part of the Northern Care Alliance is dedicated to providing the highest level of patient care. The post holder will be the clinical lead for the MSK podiatry team and will provide leadership for research, policy, strategy and service development within this clinical area in conjunction with the Consultant Podiatrist, Operational Lead and other senior leads within the MDT., The main roles will be to:

Be an expert in the field of the therapeutic aspects of MSK, developing cross boundary working practices and integrating research evidence into practice.

Provide innovative clinical leadership and contribute to the strategic direction and operational policies in conjunction with Operational/Professional Manager for the Podiatry team.

Adjust and develop the role of Podiatrists and implement service innovation across the department and local networks.

Work with the senior Podiatry MSK team to support the development of a rehabilitation ethos, knowledge & practices for all staff working with MSK patients.

Develop and lead on AHP research & audit that contributes to the knowledge base and clinical practice of therapy within the MSK setting linking with Academic Institutions.

Act as a clinical advisor for MSK services relevant wider NCA and local committees, networks and working parties.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated clinician to provide development and leadership in the provision of a high-quality integrated acute and community MSK Podiatry service. You will be actively involved in providing ongoing education and training to a wide range of staff

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we're always looking for people who demonstrate our threecore values - care, appreciate and inspire - to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive