Job summary
The Podiatry Service provides specialist care to a diverse group of patients with foot and lower limb problems especially diabetes , within both a primary and secondary care setting. The experienced team of Podiatrists assess, diagnose and manage deformity or pathology of the foot including specialised clinics within the field of Footwear, Biomechanics, Diabetes, Rheumatology, Dermatology, Paediatrics, Minor
The service has direct links to Podiatric surgery for Complex Foot and Ankle Surgery.
We are looking for motivated individuals with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with the public and a range of clinical and non-clinical colleagues to join our team. Ideally the applicant should have an interest and some experience in Diabetes and MSK.
The applicant should have a flexible approach to work and be keen to progress their clinical skills.
Main duties of the job
Support the Extended Scope MSK / Diabetes Podiatrists in musculoskeletal/ Diabetic aspect of care within the Department of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and play a key role in ensuring theservice meets expected results with reference to national and local policies.
The post holder must be able to demonstrate a increased knowledge base within the chosen field and act as a role model for providing quality care to patients and an expert training resource to AHP's, GP's and other health and social care colleagues.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well-regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s on this page.
The person specification below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / Diploma in Podiatry
- HCPC Registration
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in a manner that patients, carers and other staff can understand, including imparting often difficult clinical and non-clinical news.
- High level of problem solving, planning and time management skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in diabetes
- Experience of managing complex caseloads independently / or within a team.
- Substantial clinical experience within the field of Podiatry.
- Proven organisational skills to produce outcome measures and other quality data including audit.
Desirable
- Experience within a supervisory / team leader role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Understanding of current objectives within the field of Podiatry (including surgical management), focusing on national and local strategy, policies, and guidelines.
Trust Values
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / Diploma in Podiatry
- HCPC Registration
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in a manner that patients, carers and other staff can understand, including imparting often difficult clinical and non-clinical news.
- High level of problem solving, planning and time management skills.
Experience
Essential
- Experienced in diabetes
- Experience of managing complex caseloads independently / or within a team.
- Substantial clinical experience within the field of Podiatry.
- Proven organisational skills to produce outcome measures and other quality data including audit.
Desirable
- Experience within a supervisory / team leader role.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
- Understanding of current objectives within the field of Podiatry (including surgical management), focusing on national and local strategy, policies, and guidelines.
Trust Values
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
