Job summary
Following transformation of the service we are looking for a podiatrist with proven experience in MSK and diabetes to join our dynamic forward-thinking team.
Our team consists of 23 podiatrists, podiatry apprentices and podiatry assistants working out of 8 community clinics, 4 community hospitals and with 1 local acute trust.
Main duties of the job
Lead our small MSK service for patients with high-risk medical conditions. Working as an independent autonomous professional you will manage the department caseload but also support and motivate our clinicians to use their skills and experience.
Work in diabetes MDFT Clinics providing wound care but also ensuring prevention of reoccurrence is maximised for this cohort of patients.
Working with service users to develop outcome focused treatment plans.
As an advanced specialist podiatrist you will use advanced knowledge in both MSK and diabetes to assess and treat complex cases in a holistic way.
Training newly qualified podiatrists and apprentice podiatrists and upskilling our current podiatrists to ensure all patients can have offloading as part of their treatment plan.
Liaising with other local stakeholders and healthcare providers to ensure our patients receive a seamless level of care.
About us
A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS TrustYou'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staffWe put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier CommunitiesOur staff are proud to be Innovative, Caring and Agile in their work to help achieve the Trust visionWe welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and agesWe don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply nowYou've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
To work autonomously to provide a comprehensive advanced assessment, diagnostic, treatments, and management of patients with complex needs.
To provide advanced clinical expertise across the service area, participating in the development of professional competences and participation in professional appraisal systems.
To be an advanced Podiatry clinical leader and role model
The post holder will work in collaboration with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
The post holder will be an expert resource to promote excellent standards of care to patients in line with any local or National principles/guideline, and to provide education to professionals, patients and their carers by encouraging independence and self-management.
To provide advanced experience and knowledge within the field of diabetes and MSK within podiatric medicine
To provide advanced professional leadership and advice within the area of diabetes and podiatry MSK for stakeholders across the organisation and wider health economy relating to advanced clinical patient care
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work autonomously to provide a comprehensive advanced assessment, diagnostic, treatments, and management of patients with complex needs.
To provide advanced clinical expertise across the service area, participating in the development of professional competences and participation in professional appraisal systems.
To be an advanced Podiatry clinical leader and role model
The post holder will work in collaboration with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
The post holder will be an expert resource to promote excellent standards of care to patients in line with any local or National principles/guideline, and to provide education to professionals, patients and their carers by encouraging independence and self-management.
To provide advanced experience and knowledge within the field of diabetes and MSK within podiatric medicine
To provide advanced professional leadership and advice within the area of diabetes and podiatry MSK for stakeholders across the organisation and wider health economy relating to advanced clinical patient care
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine and HCPC Registration
- Post Registration Experience in Diabetes MDFT Clinics
- Evidence of advanced clinical continuing post registration education
Desirable
- Completion of Royal College of Podiatry Diabetic Foot Module or Equivalent
- Non Medical Prescribing Qualification
- Completion of Royal College of Podiatry Vascular Module
NHS Experience
Essential
- Post Graduate NHS Experience
- Competent Computer Skills
- Presentation Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using SystmOne
Person Specification
Qualifications and Experience
Essential
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine and HCPC Registration
- Post Registration Experience in Diabetes MDFT Clinics
- Evidence of advanced clinical continuing post registration education
Desirable
- Completion of Royal College of Podiatry Diabetic Foot Module or Equivalent
- Non Medical Prescribing Qualification
- Completion of Royal College of Podiatry Vascular Module
NHS Experience
Essential
- Post Graduate NHS Experience
- Competent Computer Skills
- Presentation Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using SystmOne
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).
