Podiatrist - Ashford, United Kingdom - Xcel Health

Description

We are looking for a Podiatrist to join a friendly multi-disciplinary team within our Primary Care Network in Ashford, Kent.

Job Description:
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 (e.g. 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,

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.

Lead on implementation of new services within the PCN.

Ensure the services and support provided offers good value for money and supports the overall aim of the PCN.

Takes responsibility for personal development and performance objectives

Demonstrate own professional practice, and meet the requirements of registration


Model the Podiatry role within and outside the team.

Understand the boundaries of own professional practice, when to seek support, and how to address own learning needs

Establish a network of internal and external colleagues with whom you can share expertise and seek advice

Contribute to the development of occupational therapy practice and the learning of others

Understand the organisational and political context in which you are working and how this impacts on practice
Person Specification

• Enhanced criminal records check
• Ability to identify own development needs
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to communicate in challenging situations
• Ability to assess risks, needs, analyse information
• Ability to recognise problems, identify solutions and negotiate
• An understanding of the statutory duties of local government in social care
• Knowledge of social care model
• Good numeracy
• Ability to record case and financial information
• Proficient IT Skills
• Ability to use good range of IT skills and recording technology
• Ability to understand best value principles and resource constraints
• Understand equalities issues
• Understand data protection & confidentiality

Qualifications:

Essential

Holds a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry and HCPC registration.

Salary based on experience.


Salary:
£37,000.00-£41,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Free parking
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ashford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Podiatrist: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• HCPC (required)

Work Location:
One location


Reference ID:
XH/ POD/ ASH