Job summary
Following a review and re-structuring of the podiatry
service staffing in line with current commissioning and service demand there is
the opportunity for an internal Band 7 position. This role will be the lead for
Foot Protection podiatry care and the nail surgery services.
The role will include supporting the Lead for High Risk
podiatry care and being an active member of the Surrey and Sussex
Multidisciplinary Footcare Team (MDFT).
First Community actively promotes lifelong learning and
will support the successful candidate with internal and external training.
You will need to be an enthusiastic, flexible and an
adaptive team player. You will communicate well with other team members and
patients whilst being punctual, reliable and committed to providing a
high-level of patient care.
First
Community Health and Care offers you an opportunity to develop your clinical
skills to promote patient-centered community and outpatient care.
Main duties of the job
- To
provide specialist footcare and surgical interventions for patients with
complex foot and nail problems.
- The
post holder will be clinically responsible for the nail surgery service and
lead on the foot protection service with support from Band 6 colleagues and the
podiatry service manager.
- The successful candidate will work autonomously as
well as work as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- The post requires accepting
urgent referrals from GPs, community podiatrists, and other health
professionals and will provide responsive specialist care.
- The role will support the education
and up-skilling of clinical and care staff working within the nail surgery and
foot protection care and patient education.
- The post will be based in a variety
of settings within East Surrey area including hospital and community locations.
For
more information or an informal discussion, please contact Richard Edwards,
Podiatry and Orthotic Services Manager on Richard.Edwards9@nhs.net or Julia Windheuser,
MSK Podiatrist at Julia.windhesuer@nhs.net.
About us
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide leadership for the podiatry service within the field of Nail Surgery and
Foot Protection care. To advise and interpret national professional policies for the
specialist area and contribute to the ongoing strategic planning of nail surgery
services.
- To provide expert clinical practice in the assessment and diagnosis of highly
complex podiatric problems and deliver individualised treatment for clients with
specialised care needs to maintain their mobility, independence and prevent
disability.
- Acting as a source of clinical expertise for nail surgery and Foot Protection care.
- Development, implementation and review of patient & clinical pathways, standard
operating procedures (SOPs) and clinical guidance for the Nail Surgery podiatric
service. Working with Manager for Podiatry and Orthotics to create business cases
to develop the Nail Surgery and Foot Protection services to maintain up to date
patient care in accordance with national policies & local projects.
- Lead the ongoing development of podiatry staff through clinical rotations,
mentoring and supervision. To deliver training to podiatrists and other health care
practitioners on management of highly complex podiatric patients.
When
completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full
Job Description & Person Specification - these can be found under
supporting documents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide leadership for the podiatry service within the field of Nail Surgery and
Foot Protection care. To advise and interpret national professional policies for the
specialist area and contribute to the ongoing strategic planning of nail surgery
services.
- To provide expert clinical practice in the assessment and diagnosis of highly
complex podiatric problems and deliver individualised treatment for clients with
specialised care needs to maintain their mobility, independence and prevent
disability.
- Acting as a source of clinical expertise for nail surgery and Foot Protection care.
- Development, implementation and review of patient & clinical pathways, standard
operating procedures (SOPs) and clinical guidance for the Nail Surgery podiatric
service. Working with Manager for Podiatry and Orthotics to create business cases
to develop the Nail Surgery and Foot Protection services to maintain up to date
patient care in accordance with national policies & local projects.
- Lead the ongoing development of podiatry staff through clinical rotations,
mentoring and supervision. To deliver training to podiatrists and other health care
practitioners on management of highly complex podiatric patients.
When
completing your application please refer to both the Application Guide and full
Job Description & Person Specification - these can be found under
supporting documents.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- IT skills proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Teams)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Podiatry Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC registered Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Evidence of a CPD portfolio
- Post-graduate education/ qualification in Podiatry
Desirable
- Member of a recognised Podiatry Association
- Clinical Educators Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to lead and develop podiatric work in specialist field
- Line management experience
- Experience of working as an active member of a MDFT
- Clinical Supervision of staff in own area and specialist training own and other professionals. Providing training and education in podiatric practice
- Evidence of student or podiatry assistant supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working with plaster room/ fracture
- clinic staff including
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Ability to travel between sites and work in the community
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical knowledge of diabetes and high risk conditions, impact and management
- Up-to-date in podiatric nail surgery, diabetes & high risk theory and practice
- Working knowledge of relevant National Service Frameworks, NICE Guidance and current NHS initiatives
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Demonstrate the ability to critically appraise
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- IT skills proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Teams)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Podiatry Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC registered Podiatrist
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Evidence of a CPD portfolio
- Post-graduate education/ qualification in Podiatry
Desirable
- Member of a recognised Podiatry Association
- Clinical Educators Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Proven ability to lead and develop podiatric work in specialist field
- Line management experience
- Experience of working as an active member of a MDFT
- Clinical Supervision of staff in own area and specialist training own and other professionals. Providing training and education in podiatric practice
- Evidence of student or podiatry assistant supervision
Desirable
- Experience of working with plaster room/ fracture
- clinic staff including
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Ability to travel between sites and work in the community
Knowledge
Essential
- Comprehensive clinical knowledge of diabetes and high risk conditions, impact and management
- Up-to-date in podiatric nail surgery, diabetes & high risk theory and practice
- Working knowledge of relevant National Service Frameworks, NICE Guidance and current NHS initiatives
- Understanding of the clinical governance agenda
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).
