Specialist Podiatrist (Diabetes)
Wirral Community Health & Care Nhs Foundation Trustare, Woodchurch, Wirral
Specialist Podiatrist (Diabetes)
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Wirral Community Health & Care Nhs Foundation Trustare, Woodchurch, Wirral
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 6 days ago, 15 Dec | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 71ec5d621937447b8120cfb7cdf79ccd
Full Job Description
- To be part of a highly motivated team, yet work as an autonomous practitioner without direct reference to a line manager or professional colleagues in both community and acute settings.
- To provide a high standard of clinical care.
- To assess, diagnose, develop, and implement individual care programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases such as diabetes and connective tissue disorders, vascular problems, wound management and biomechanical conditions.
- To be able to drive and have access to a suitable vehicle for work purposes., Please see job description and person specification for full details of the main duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly motivated, forward thinking Podiatrist with a minimum of 2 years NHS experience, who is keen to develop their clinical skills within a friendly, supportive and innovative environment. The post-holder will be required provide a range of high quality podiatric interventions in a variety of community clinics, GP practices, and also in nursing homes & domiciliary settings throughout the Wirral peninsula, Merseyside & Cheshire. As a Specialist Podiatrist you will also be actively involved in providing specialist diabetes care & orthopaedic podiatry services to patients in Wirral University Teaching Hospital. This will involve working as part of a consultant led multi-disciplinary team as well as podiatrist led clinics and ward sessions. This work can at times be unpredictable and an ability to work flexibly and adapt in a fast paced environment is essential. Support and training will be provided with assistance given to the successful candidate in order to complete the College of Podiatry Foot in Diabetes module. The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly across a wide geographical area, therefore you must have access to your own transport for work purposes. This post provides an excellent opportunity for pro-active clinicians to demonstrate their existing skills within a challenging environment., Essential - Podiatry degree or equivalent qualification
- Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate Experience Essential
- Two years experience in an NHS Podiatry setting undertaking a range of procedures and interventions
- Up-to-date portfolio of continued professional development Desirable
- Demonstrate an understanding of the clinical governance agenda
- College of Podiatry 'Foot in Diabetes' Module Skills and attributes Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage own time effectively and determine priorities
- Highly developed organisational skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond quickly to unpredictable caseloads
- Computer literate Desirable
- Ability to manage, supervise and motivate staff Personal Qualities Essential
- Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner
- Ability to empathise with others
- Have a flexible approach to work
- Punctuality
- Valid UK Driving License
Working for the podiatry service offers a fulfilling and rewarding role with the full support of a welcoming and friendly team. We offer variety in terms of duties and working locations with the opportunity for further development in the future.