Job summary
To support the MSK service in the delivery of complex packages of care to patients of ABUHB who present with an extensive range ofmusculoskeletal pathologies.Provide autonomous assessment and development of specialist care plans for a wide range of patients with both routine and diverse andcomplex health problems including; MSK pathology, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, neurological problems, circulatory deficits andimmunosuppression, using a range of diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.
Main duties of the job
Manage a clinical caseload of patients with complex MSK needs using evidence based, patient centred principles. To assess, plan,implement and evaluate podiatric interventions in community settings and other setting including secondary care as required.o Formulate simple and complex orthotic prescriptions and provide accurate manufacture data to the workshop in conjunction with thedepartment time frames and 'All Wales' orthotic formulary and where necessary manufacture or adjust orthotic devises against clinicalindications.o Work autonomously to provide expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians. This will involve podiatric assessment and diagnosis,understanding how specific morbidities, co morbidities and pathology present their manifestations within the foot, ankle and lower limb andthrough thoughtful, robust and prudent care planning, facilitate optimal clinical outcomes.
About us
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Band 6 Specialist Musculoskeletal Podiatrist to join our advanced, innovative and dynamic team here in ABUHB.
This role forms an integral part of the Podiatry & Orthotics service and will assist in the delivery of our specialist MSK service across the health board. As a band 6, the successful candidate will be expected to develop to the All Wales MSK competency standard A & B, whilst being supported by the wider experienced MSK team.
This is an excellent opportunity for career progression at an exciting time of diagnostic and therapeutic developments within the service. Invitations for application are welcomed from Podiatrists that have career aspirations in the MSK field.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD / PS for details.
Manage a clinical caseload of patients with complex MSK needs using evidence based, patient centred principles. To assess, plan,implement and evaluate podiatric interventions in community settings and other setting including secondary care as required. Formulate simple and complex orthotic prescriptions and provide accurate manufacture data to the workshop in conjunction with thedepartment time frames and All Wales orthotic formulary and where necessary manufacture or adjust orthotic devises against clinicalindications. Work autonomously to provide expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians. This will involve podiatric assessment and diagnosis,understanding how specific morbidities, co morbidities and pathology present their manifestations within the foot, ankle and lower limb andthrough thoughtful, robust and prudent care planning, facilitate optimal clinical outcomes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached JD / PS for details.
Manage a clinical caseload of patients with complex MSK needs using evidence based, patient centred principles. To assess, plan,implement and evaluate podiatric interventions in community settings and other setting including secondary care as required. Formulate simple and complex orthotic prescriptions and provide accurate manufacture data to the workshop in conjunction with thedepartment time frames and All Wales orthotic formulary and where necessary manufacture or adjust orthotic devises against clinicalindications. Work autonomously to provide expert advice to patients, carers and clinicians. This will involve podiatric assessment and diagnosis,understanding how specific morbidities, co morbidities and pathology present their manifestations within the foot, ankle and lower limb andthrough thoughtful, robust and prudent care planning, facilitate optimal clinical outcomes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent
- Local Anaesthesia Annotation
- HCPC Registration
- Prescription only medicines Annotation - A & S
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate NHS experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent
- Local Anaesthesia Annotation
- HCPC Registration
- Prescription only medicines Annotation - A & S
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate NHS experience
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).
