Podiatrist

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for HCPC Registered Podiatrist to work within the Podiatry Department in CTM. You will have initiative, take a flexible approach to work and will be confident in the application of evidence based podiatric applications.You will be joining one of the Community Teams and have the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical and domiciliary settings across the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Foot Print. Direct and indirect clinical support will be available and the post holder will provide clinical supervision themselves to Podiatry Students and Support clinical staff ensuring delivery of safe and effective evidence based Podiatric Pathways.

We are committed to developing our staff and provide opportunities for experience within specialist areas of practice. We deliver specialist services in Musculoskeletal Podiatry (Adult and Paediatrics), Tissue Viability, Diabetes.

Podiatry Services continually are being reviewed and amended to meet the fluctuating demand across the sites and specialisms to ensure safe provision. The successful applicant will be based at one of the main Community Health Parks but there will be the expectation of a flexible approach to work which will include working at other sites within CTM Health Board. The ability to travel between sites in a timely manner and travel to different geographical locations to undertake domiciliary visits is essential for this role.

Main duties of the job

Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. This doesn't mean essential; whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing candidates. This isn't 'fluency', just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means basic conversations with patients about their everyday health. For more information, see the 'Croeso Candidate' booklet below.

Play an integral part in the delivery of effective evidence based podiatric care to residents of Cwm Taf Morgannwg in a timely efficient manner.Working as an autonomous practitioner undertaking initial clinical assessment which includes the assimilation of information from a wide range of sources.Provide care in various health, social care and private settings supporting the patient to remain independent.Manage a mixed caseload of patients with a varied medical history with co-morbidities and varied foot health status that require individualised evidence based treatment plans.Work as an autonomous practitioner making day to day decisions on a wide range f conditions with reference to line manager or professional colleague as needed.Ensure effective communication with patients, relatives and carers endeavouring to overcome any communication barriers whilst relaying sensitive information and when necessary using persuasive skills.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.