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    Specialist Podiatrist - Kidderminster, United Kingdom - Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust

    Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
    Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust Kidderminster, United Kingdom

    1 week ago

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    Job summary

    An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Kidderminster/Bromsgrove/Tenburyarea for an experienced Podiatrist to join our friendly team.

    This role would be a permanent position. It will involve work across 3 main clinicalsites as well as out in the community, for example in patients homes, carehomes and local hospitals.

    Our team regularly support student placementsfrom local universities and our trust also run Podiatry apprenticeships, socandidates will therefore also be involved in supporting these students.

    We are looking for an experienced Podiatrist with theability to demonstrate a high level of expertise and knowledge in at least oneof the following areas: Managing the at-risk foot, Nail surgery and Clinicaleducation. Experience in managing the high-risk foot with a special interest inwound care is particularly beneficial.

    The ideal candidate will be a true team player, committed toproviding high quality patient care with the ability to work both independentlyand as part of a team. The candidate should be enthusiastic and highlymotivated and having a strong work ethic is most desirable.

    The post is for 3 days per week. Days worked can bediscussed at interview but all team members should work Tuesdays tofacilitate team meetings, clinical supervision, and training.

    Main duties of the job

    The role will involve provision of expert specialistassessment, treatment and advice for patients who may have acute, complex and/orchronic foot and ankle disease. As such, candidates must be confident in theassessment, diagnosis and treatment of the lower limb, with a sound knowledgeof disease processes relating to the foot and lower limb of all types ofpatient groups. The ability to network, liaise and build relationships withother health care professionals would be highly advantageous.

    The role will require:

    Triage of referrals appropriately

    Provide education to patients

    Mentor students and apprentices as required

    Perform nail surgery

    Provide offloading and orthotic devices whereappropriate

    You must:

    Put patient care at the heart of the work you do to improve healthcare outcomes and service delivery

    Deliver the highest standards and quality outcomes possible

    Be the best you can be, always look for ways to improve anddevelop to reach your potential

    Encourage others to develop themselves and the service throughimprovement, innovation and continuous development

    Enjoy joint working with others, patients, colleagues in thedelivery of high quality healthcare

    Build positive working relationships, respecting and valuingothers, being helpful and inclusive

    About us

    At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.

    Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.

    We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.

    What we offer

    27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service

    Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours

    Flexible and agile working opportunities

    Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support

    Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)

    Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes

    Health and wellbeing opportunities

    If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.

    Job description

    Job responsibilities

    The role will primarily involve management ofthe At-risk foot, nail surgery and domiciliary work. There are alsoopportunities to support Musculoskeletal Podiatry clinics if the successfulcandidate has interest in this area.

    Knowledge and competence in nail surgery is also a requirement for therole as the successful candidate will have the opportunity to take part in avariety ofclinical roles including nail surgery on a rotabasis. There are opportunities for shadowing and working with theMultidisciplinary Diabetic Foot Team and the Musculoskeletal Podiatrists tofurther advance skills and knowledge base.

    For full details of the duties and criteriafor the role please refer to the job description and person specificationattached.

    Person Specification

    Experience

    Essential

  • Evidence of relevant Post Graduate experience and training within specialist areas in Podiatry such as management of the high risk foot, the Diabetic Foot at risk and Biomechanical/ Musculoskeletal Assessment Diagnosis and Management

    • Skills & Abilities

    Essential

  • Ability to challenge poor behaviour
  • Role modelling good behaviour
  • A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
  • Ability to praise and be supportive to others
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English in both verbal and written formats
  • A range of evidence based clinical skills
  • Ability to prescribe and cast orthotics / insoles
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Problem solving skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Reflective practitioner

    • Qualifications

    Essential

  • A degree or equivalent qualification in Podiatric Medicine
  • Registration with the Health Professions Council
  • A certificate in administration of local anaesthetics
  • Evidence of relevant Post Graduate Education, Validated Courses, Training and continuous professional development
  • I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer

    • Desirable

  • Member of RCOP

    • Knowledge

    Essential

  • Management of serious pathology including diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, renal and rheumatological conditions. To include the skilled use of equipment for specialist vascular and neurological assessment and an up-to-date knowledge of wound care
  • Specialist biomechanical / musculoskeletal assessment, diagnosis and management
  • Knowledge and understanding of Clinical Governance
  • Understanding of professional and legal responsibilities

    • Additional Criteria

    Essential

  • Understanding of the confidential nature of the post
  • Flexible approach to duties
  • Able to meet the travel requirements of the role
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