Job summary
We invite a you to join our committed team of podiatrists, where you be able to thrive within Buckinghamshire`s wound care team. The successful candidate must be self-motivated with excellent organisational skills and will have the opportunity to develop our their skills in complex wound care.
You must have extensive knowledge treating patients with foot wounds and will be required to develop your clinical skills as well as supporting others to develop theirs. This would be via placements or workshops to maintain and advance the staffs wound care knowledge.
You will work within a team of wound care podiatrists, lead by our principal wound care podiatrist and represent the team in the Diabetic Foot Multidisciplinary clinics.
The post holder will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as enthusiasm for contributing to the service provided by this Integrated Trust. Our team meets monthly for staff meetings and clinical reasoning sessions and you would be required to take an active part in these sessions.
There will be opportunity to participate in regular nail surgery sessions.
Main duties of the job
- The post holder will provide professional and clinical leadership on the strategic development, planning and operational delivery of the podiatry wound care services primary and secondary settings in Buckinghamshire.
- The post holder will act as a source of expertise with wound care knowledge and skills in the holistic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with complex wound care conditions.
- The post holder will deliver evidence-based podiatry interventions and advice that will reduce the need for acute interventions and thereby contribute to the maintenance of patient mobility and independence.
- The post holder will work closely with the Head of Service, other Podiatry Leads and other HCP's to ensure the provision of a high quality and equitable service across the County.
- The post holder will work closely with the Podiatry Leads to develop treatment planning, off-loading and risk prevention in the care of "high-risk" and wound care patients.
- To work as an effective member of the Podiatry Service, adhering to Service, Trust and HCPC policies, strategies and objectives.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Candidates must hold a current driving licence and be able to drive as they will be expected to move between locations across the County
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of defined service area including current issues in the wound care
- Excellent organisational skills to manage own caseload and those within the wound care clinics
- Able to understand the importance of accurate documentation and IG issues
- Excellent communication skills to engage with patients and colleagues
- Flexible approach must be able to work as a team member but also as an autonomous practitioner
Desirable
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex and varied information in order to identify issues and develop solutions
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience and competence of treating a wide range of patients including complex wound care
- Experience of ESP including x-ray interpretation, MRI
- Excellent assessment skills to determine treatment plans and discharge pathways
- Experience of triaging and onward referral
- IT skills to aid computer entry requirements and e-mail communication
- Experience of staff management and team development
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- BSc (Hons) with Local Anaesthesia Certificate
- Diploma level Specialist training or equivalent
- Experience of Leadership/Management
- Evidence of CPD and post graduate training
- Member of the Royal College of Podiatrists
Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
Person Specification
SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES
Essential
- Candidates must hold a current driving licence and be able to drive as they will be expected to move between locations across the County
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of defined service area including current issues in the wound care
- Excellent organisational skills to manage own caseload and those within the wound care clinics
- Able to understand the importance of accurate documentation and IG issues
- Excellent communication skills to engage with patients and colleagues
- Flexible approach must be able to work as a team member but also as an autonomous practitioner
Desirable
- Ability to analyse and interpret complex and varied information in order to identify issues and develop solutions
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post graduate experience and competence of treating a wide range of patients including complex wound care
- Experience of ESP including x-ray interpretation, MRI
- Excellent assessment skills to determine treatment plans and discharge pathways
- Experience of triaging and onward referral
- IT skills to aid computer entry requirements and e-mail communication
- Experience of staff management and team development
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- BSc (Hons) with Local Anaesthesia Certificate
- Diploma level Specialist training or equivalent
- Experience of Leadership/Management
- Evidence of CPD and post graduate training
- Member of the Royal College of Podiatrists
Values
Essential
- Communicates openly, honestly and professionally, and actively promotes team working and building strong working relationships
- Patients are always first. Drives service improvements. Strong self-awareness with a desire to grow.
- Treats all with compassion and kindness. Ensures everyone feels valued.
- Consults others and listens to their views/opinions. Enables others to take the initiative
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).
