Podiatrist MSK and Biomechanics

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Podiatrist who wants the opportunity to develop and grow in both Musculoskeletal Health and Biomechanics. The role is new and the successful candidate would work across the large MSK Service supporting the Lower Limb Team and the Podiatry team with a bias to biomechanics. There would be the opportunity to really develop and improve the management of foot and ankle pathology from a MSK perspective, biomechanics and at Risk Foot. The post holder would work across both the MSK Service and Podiatry Service with the opportunity to improve pathways and optimise patient care ensuring cohesive management of foot and ankle pathology. Supervision would be ensured from both services to develop skills and knowledge enhancing the clinician to grow in MSK and biomechanics. As a new initiative the successful candidate can really implement change and be part of service improvement and pathway development and influence change of service delivery. Main duties of the job Professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work Undertake comprehensive assessment of any presenting patient / referral, and interpret the relevant clinical findings using specialised knowledge, clinical reasoning & analytical skills, including within complex patient presentations Manage a caseload, including patients with long-term conditions, co-morbidities and multi-factorial needs Assess patients with foot health pathology including those with systemic disease ( diabetes, vascular, systemic inflammatory disorders) to maximise improvement through high levels of technical skill and behaviour change management Competent in all areas of podiatry practice with a focus on Biomechanics and MSK Pathology Demonstrate highly developed dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory sensory skills for assessment and treatment Ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients, support and facilitate more junior staff, using evidence-based practice and evaluation of outcomes Work with the Podiatry and MSK Team, ensuring appropriate management of patients referred for podiatry assessment Responsible for own caseload, working autonomously to provide assessment, diagnosis, and management plans for acute and chronic conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures Work with students and team members on rotation to develop their skills and knowledge in MSK and Biomechanics Supervise and directly support more junior members of the Podiatry and MSK team, Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion / belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible. We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Essential

• BSc Podiatry / equivalent
• Full HCPC registration
• Evidence of CPD Portfolio
• Member of Professional Body
• Evidence of Post Graduate training
Desirable
• Driving licence
• IRMER Qualification
Experience Essential
• Experience in Musculoskeletal and biomechanics management of foot and ankle pathology
• Evidence in working with other professionals
• Good IT skills / Internet / lit searches
• Autonomous assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for MSK and Biomechanics
• Prioritising clinical caseload
• Effective communication with patients & obtaining informed consent
• Evidence of presentation, teaching or mentoring skills
• Evidence of leading small projects and implementing change
• Reflective practice / supervision
  
  Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services.
We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.