Podiatrist - Surrey Downs H&C ***£2,000 Welcome Payment

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess, diagnose, develop treatment plans and provide effective podiatric treatments, using a problem solving approach based on clinical need and evidence based practice. This is frequently with patients with complex medical conditions such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular insufficiencies, physical or other disabilities and other vulnerable groups.

To provide early intervention whenever possible to enable long term gain.

To commit to the philosophy of care with an emphasis on patient empowerment and independence by providing education and information to help patients manage their own foot needs. This will include providing education sessions for new and current patients.

To provide services at a wide variety of sites including a patients home, clinics, GP practices, community hospitals and in challenging conditions, often working in isolation. The post holder will be expected to work as part of a multidisciplinary team when required and act as a source of advice to patients, carers, GPs and other Health Care Professionals.

To manage clinical risk within own patient caseload seeking guidance as appropriate.

To obtain informed consent prior to treatment plans commencing.

To ensure all patients are appropriately assessed prior to referring to the assistant grade.

To undertake diagnostic procedures effectively using appropriate equipment e.g. wound swabs, Doppler ultrasound. Competently interpret, record, report and act on the results.

To be proficient in comprehensive neurological and vascular assessments, wound debridement, advanced pathology and wound management e.g. dressing selection.

The post holder will be responsible for carrying out a thorough medical assessment to ensure suitability of local anaesthesia and minor surgery.

To undertake specialist surgical intervention for complex nail pathologies, for example nail avulsions and chemical destruction of the nail matrix with local anaesthesia.

To undertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe, manufacture and dispense orthotics or simple insoles referring to specialist service as required.

To manage a domiciliary caseload within a geographical area. This includes working with admin teams to book appointments and using clinical time effectively.

To maintain clear, comprehensive and accurate records. To update patients medical history, evaluate progression and work with the client to develop their treatment plan as required.

To participate in specialist clinical rotations, gaining in- depth knowledge and experience in advanced areas of podiatric practice. Working closely with mentor to achieve development targets.

To actively participate in clinical support (clinical supervision) and utilise reflective practice as a method to ensure quality of care for all service users.

To provide advice and guidance to podiatry assistants.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/DPodM Podiatry/ Podiatric Medicine
• HCPC Registered Podiatrist
• Car Driver (Full Licence) with access to a car for business use

Desirable

• Member of the College of Podiatry
• CPD portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a team
• Knowledge of broad range of podiatric practice.
• Appreciation of good record keeping

Desirable

• Awareness of current NHS trends and policies, including clinical governance and NCF's

Skills

Essential

• Good hand eye co -ordination
• Effective communication

Desirable

• Good presentation skills
• IT Skills

other

Essential

• Ability to carry out physical aspects of the role
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good time management

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Leatherhead Hospital

Poplar Road

Leatherhead

KT22 8SD

Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)