PCN Podiatrist (Delta PCN)

Assess, diagnose, treat and evaluate abnormalities and diseases related to the foot and lower limb in people of all ages.

Provide treatment for high-risk patient groups such as the elderly and those with increased risk of amputation.

Give advice and make referrals to other healthcare and social services professionals as appropriate.

Use therapeutic and surgical techniques to treat foot and lower leg issues (eg. carrying out nail and soft tissue surgery using local anaesthetic).

Prescribe, produce and fit orthotics and other aids and appliances.

Deliver foot health education.

Understand the mechanics of the body in order to preserve, restore and develop movement.

Work with people in sports to address sports-related injuries to legs and feet.

Use a range of equipment including surgical instruments, dressings, treatment tables, orthotic (inner sole) materials, lasers, grinders, shaping equipment, x-ray and video gait-analysis equipment (which allows for analysis of patients walking or running problems).

Undertake a range of administrative tasks such as ensuring stock levels are maintained and securely stored, and that equipment is kept in good working order.

Primary Care Networks (PCNs), supported by Dacorum Healthcare Providers Limited (DHPL), are developing new and exciting additional roles under the 2020 scheme, to support GPs and clinical teams at enhancing patient services in the local community.

There is a wide socio-economic and demographic served within this area which will provide an interesting and varied case mix. The role will contribute to improving quality of patient care across the network of practices.

We are delighted to announce that DHPL has been awarded the Herts Valleys Clinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) Certificate of Achievement in recognition of exceptional contribution to the Primary Care workforce under the category of Supported Retention and Recruitment of Staff. As such, you will be joining an enthusiastic team of clinicians and administrators and will be well supported with on-going professional development (training support, CPD and peer support).

Depending on experience Basic Plus Fringe Allowance 5% of salary (capped at £2,121pa)