Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, professional Podiatrist to join our supportive Community Podiatry team to work across West Dorset based in Dorchester.
We have a unique opportunity where we are offering a fantastic development post from a Band 5 Podiatrist to an established Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist. You will join a growing service providing quality foot care to patients with "feet in need" in a community setting, working alongside our hospital diabetic foot care services.
It is essential that you are HCPC registered (or due to be), can work flexibly and are a driver with access to a car for work purposes.
The Community Podiatrist role is a permanent, full-time post of 37.5 hours per week however we would welcome part-time applicants with a minimum of 30 hours. Our core hours are Monday to Friday 08.30 - 16.30; flexibility around this can be discussed at interview.
In return we offer a fantastic induction programme and pastoral support, and there are excellent learning and development opportunities, including an in-house programme of CPD, study days and clinical rotations, as well as regular clinical supervision, team meetings and 1:1s.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Main duties of the job
You will work alongside our hospital diabetic foot care services and community podiatry services
The post holder will be responsible for:
The assessment, diagnosing, planning and implementation of high-risk podiatric care, including ulcer management, for patients with a wide range of clinical needs.
Providing education and health promotion .
Providing a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy, and dignity.
Providing specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients/service users.
Providing supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to students, apprentices and trained practitioners.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.
Person Specification
Knowledge skills and training
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991) and a certificate in local anaesthesia
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
Job specific experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of service development
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- IT skills including use of Internet, e-mail, word processing.
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Desirable
- Ability cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and provide assurance
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Experience of delivering health education
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Be able to work in a team and also be able to work autonomously and independently a large part of the time.
- Good communication skills in person, by letter and telephone
- Able to remain calm under pressure and cope with unexpected changes/events
- Able to plan own workload and caseload and ensure they get timely breaks.
Business Travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business and be able and willing to drive in a rural location and visits patients who are housebound
Person Specification
Knowledge skills and training
Essential
- BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991) and a certificate in local anaesthesia
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of continual professional and personal development
Job specific experience
Essential
- Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk foot
Desirable
- Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
- Experience of service development
- Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of recent developments in the profession
- Understanding of Clinical Governance -theory
- Awareness of Equal Opportunities - theory and practice
- Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
- Ability to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g. in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery
- Organisational and planning skills to manage your own work time.
- IT skills including use of Internet, e-mail, word processing.
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively
Desirable
- Ability cope with patients anxieties and employ tactical techniques in order to help support patients and provide assurance
- Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development
- Experience of delivering health education
Personal qualities/attributes
Essential
- Be able to work in a team and also be able to work autonomously and independently a large part of the time.
- Good communication skills in person, by letter and telephone
- Able to remain calm under pressure and cope with unexpected changes/events
- Able to plan own workload and caseload and ensure they get timely breaks.
Business Travel
Essential
- Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business and be able and willing to drive in a rural location and visits patients who are housebound
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).
