Specialist Podiatrist - MSK

Job summary

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.

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.
• 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 clinical indications.
• 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 and through thoughtful, robust and prudent care planning, facilitate optimal clinical outcomes.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your specialty or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.

We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.

Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.