Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Podiatrist to join our friendly team within NELFT. We welcome applications from new graduates and students about to graduate.
Our Podiatry Department is a forward thinking, busy service providing Podiatry Services to GPs in Redbridge & Waltham Forest. The population that we serve are both multi-cultural and diverse.
Your clinical work would be across an array of community & domiciliary settingsacross these boroughs, and a car driver is therefore essential to this role.
Our client base is primarily high-risk and you will be responsible for treatment planning for foot complications associated with diabetic, rheumatoid and vascular / ischaemic long-term conditions.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
- Responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning and implementing and evaluating care for a wide range of general clinical needs
- Ensuring that a high quality and evidence based treatment is provided.
- Working within codes of practice and professional guidelines
- Support peers and the team leadsr and be an effective team member whilst also working using your own initiative.
- Actively involved in the provision of foot health education and advice to patients, relatives and carers and participate in training events where appropriate
- To manage a caseload within the allocated time including domiciliary patients.
About us
Starting with NELFT
NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Rainham, Essex.
Probationary Period
This post will be subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt from the probationary period (unless you are an internal applicant currently part way through a probationary period or currently a bank member of staff).
High-CostArea Supplement
This post also attracts payment for High-Cost Area Supplement of15% of the basic salary (minimum payment of £4,551 and a maximum payment of £5,735 per annum pro rata).
Certificates of Sponsorship
Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points based system
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application.
We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.
Use of AI
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine (NB - student will not have this yet)
- Registration with HCPC (NB student may not have this yet)
- Evidence of continual Professional Development (as part of studies if student)
Other
Essential
- Able to travel efficiently throughout the area -
- Applicant will need to be a car driver with a valid UK licence(this criteria will be reasonable adjusted to meet the requirements of a disabled applicant) and access to a car for work purposes
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS priorities
Desirable
- Knowledge of current NHS strategy , and clinical governance priorities
- Knowledge of local Health Priorities including cultural diversity
Experience
Essential
- Able to plan and organise activities
Desirable
- Experience of governance , quality and audit
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to balance competing priorities to meet personal and directorate targets within a fluctuating and demanding workload
- Basic awareness of IT and IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational and clinical skills
- Enthusiasm, integrity, confident, positive attitude
- Commitment to own development
Desirable
Demonstration of Trust Values
Essential
- Putting people first o Prioritising quality o Being progressive, innovative, and continually improve o Being professional and honest o Promoting what is possible, independence, opportunity, and choice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine (NB - student will not have this yet)
- Registration with HCPC (NB student may not have this yet)
- Evidence of continual Professional Development (as part of studies if student)
Other
Essential
- Able to travel efficiently throughout the area -
- Applicant will need to be a car driver with a valid UK licence(this criteria will be reasonable adjusted to meet the requirements of a disabled applicant) and access to a car for work purposes
Knowledge
Essential
- An awareness of NHS priorities
Desirable
- Knowledge of current NHS strategy , and clinical governance priorities
- Knowledge of local Health Priorities including cultural diversity
Experience
Essential
- Able to plan and organise activities
Desirable
- Experience of governance , quality and audit
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Ability to balance competing priorities to meet personal and directorate targets within a fluctuating and demanding workload
- Basic awareness of IT and IT skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational and clinical skills
- Enthusiasm, integrity, confident, positive attitude
- Commitment to own development
Desirable
Demonstration of Trust Values
Essential
- Putting people first o Prioritising quality o Being progressive, innovative, and continually improve o Being professional and honest o Promoting what is possible, independence, opportunity, and choice
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
NELFT North East London Foundation Trust
Address
Redbridge & Waltham Forest Podiatry Service
Manford Way
Redbridge & Waltham Forest Boroughs
IG7 4DF
Employer's website
https://www.nelft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
