Job summary
We are looking for a Podiatrist to provide clinical
expertise and make decisions about the best course of action for patients' care. The role intends to
shift workload from GPs, by providing patients with an appropriately trained
and certified healthcare professional to assess and manage their lower limb presentations.
Please note that we do not offer sponsorship
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities also include; progress and request
investigations to facilitate diagnosis and choice of treatment pathway; using
diagnostic services such as x-rays and blood test plus interpret and act on
results to aid diagnosis and the management plans of patients.
Other tasks expected of our Podiatrist are to provide self-management
advice to patients (in ways that facilitate behavioural change), optimise
individuals' physical activity, mobility, fulfilment of personal goals and
independence, and that minimise the need for pharmacological interventions.
Please see JD and Personal Spec in "Supporting Information" section
About us
South
Fulham is a forward thinking and friendly PCN covering 64,000 patients and is looking to expand our additional roles team. Based
across our network of seven practices in Hammersmith & Fulham you will
offer remote and face to face appointments, with the added potential to provide
home visits. If you are a motivated
self-starter and passionate about offering excellent care, we would love to
hear from you.
We
are a forward thinking, can-do and ambitious team who aim to provide
consistent, excellent healthcare for our patients and residents. We are excited
to transition our PCN into its new phase of development and growth.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD and Personal Spec in "Supporting Information" section.
As a PCN Podiatrist,
you will need to be is highly specialised and has considerable knowledge,
clinical skills and experience at a senior level, in the management of patients
with lower limb pathology e.g. musculoskeletal, dermatological, neurological
and vascular. You will provide effective
and efficient delivery of care for foot and lower limb problems, using
precision clinical skills and providing highly developed diagnostic services.
The podiatrist can work autonomously as part of a motivated PCN team providing
a high standard of clinical care in a variety of settings.
The post holder will
be skilled in all aspects of lower limb disease management including advice on
preventative care, footwear and foot health, plus supporting patients with
diabetes (and other long-term conditions). The post holder may also have experience
in biomechanics, casting, injection therapy and orthotic provision. The
podiatrist will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the PCN.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see JD and Personal Spec in "Supporting Information" section.
As a PCN Podiatrist,
you will need to be is highly specialised and has considerable knowledge,
clinical skills and experience at a senior level, in the management of patients
with lower limb pathology e.g. musculoskeletal, dermatological, neurological
and vascular. You will provide effective
and efficient delivery of care for foot and lower limb problems, using
precision clinical skills and providing highly developed diagnostic services.
The podiatrist can work autonomously as part of a motivated PCN team providing
a high standard of clinical care in a variety of settings.
The post holder will
be skilled in all aspects of lower limb disease management including advice on
preventative care, footwear and foot health, plus supporting patients with
diabetes (and other long-term conditions). The post holder may also have experience
in biomechanics, casting, injection therapy and orthotic provision. The
podiatrist will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the PCN.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to operate at an advanced level of practice
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
- Experience of assessment and treatment delivery in long term conditions and active management
- Ability to recognise own professional limits, and knowledge of when to seek help
- Commitment to supporting patients with behaviour change and self-management
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise, self-manage and self-motivate
- Ability to create and maintain good working relationships and networks across the multidisciplinary team
- Able to respond to the demands of the service across different GP practices
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated
Desirable
- Experience of working with Primary Care
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or pre-reg MSc in Podiatry under a training programme approved by the College of Podiatry.
- Registered member of the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
Desirable
- Leadership qualifications
- Evidence of previous research
- Experience of working with Primary Care
- Clinical supervision / mentoring qualification
- Prescribing qualification
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
- Build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to operate at an advanced level of practice
- Advanced clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills
- Experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans
- Experience of assessment and treatment delivery in long term conditions and active management
- Ability to recognise own professional limits, and knowledge of when to seek help
- Commitment to supporting patients with behaviour change and self-management
- Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritise, self-manage and self-motivate
- Ability to create and maintain good working relationships and networks across the multidisciplinary team
- Able to respond to the demands of the service across different GP practices
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated
Desirable
- Experience of working with Primary Care
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or pre-reg MSc in Podiatry under a training programme approved by the College of Podiatry.
- Registered member of the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
Desirable
- Leadership qualifications
- Evidence of previous research
- Experience of working with Primary Care
- Clinical supervision / mentoring qualification
- Prescribing qualification
Communication
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
- Build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
