Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an
enthusiastic, well organised and motivated podiatrist to join our team,
providing a range of podiatric care across London. You will
be responsible for assessment and planning of individual patient care, working
autonomously and as part of the wider team, so excellent communication skills
and team working are essential.
You must demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of
current evidence-based practice and be able to apply this appropriately
clinically. A drive to improve your skills and expand your expertise is
desirable. We deliver patient care in a variety of clinical and
community settings with a caseload focusing on the medically at risk and/or
those with a high podiatric need.
You will be involved in nail surgery sessions, high risk clinics and have the opportunity to rotate through the foot protection team and musculoskeletal clinics.
You will work alongside experienced podiatrists and encouraged in your professional development. We are committed to CPD and promoting evidence-based practice and a high standard of care throughout the service. We offer support through regular 1:1 meetings, clinical supervision, in-house CPD, and ongoing training to support the development of our staff.
Newly qualified podiatrists are welcome to apply. We require a degree/diploma in podiatric medicine and HCPC registration.
Main duties of the job
- Work as an integral member of the podiatry team to deliver quality programs of podiatric care to patients who have an assessed need.
- Provide treatment at a variety of sites including a patients home, clinics, hospitals & elsewhere often working in isolation.
- Work as part of a MDT and acting as a source of advice to patients, carers, GPs & other Health Care Professionals.
- Be responsible for the day to day operational management of a specific clinic location, working as a lone practitioner in some cases.
About us
We're an independent healthcare provider, with established roots in muscular-skeletal health and diagnostics, founded by expert NHS clinicians who recognised a way to improve things.
Our approach means that whether it's speed, flexibility, efficiency or quality, every aspect has been carefully considered to surpass expectations. This is why we've been a trusted partner of the NHS for over ten years, and the provider of choice for countless private patients.
We work with integrity. When it comes to collaboratively delivering care, relationships are key. Whether we're interacting with each other, our partners or our patients, we're always open and honest. Every key decision is based on clear process and informed by evidence.
We act with empathy. Everyone who is here, is here because they care about people. We always try and put ourselves in the shoes of whomever were interacting with and treat people with compassion and consideration.
We inspire with passion. It's hard work, but we absolutely love what we do. There's no room for a half-hearted approach to healthcare, it requires dedication, and that's what everyone here has. A Healthshare person is enthusiastic, with a verve and panache that inspires others around them.
Benefits
25 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
Private Healthcare (Employer paid)
Company Pension Scheme
Life Assurance
Blue Light Card
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties:
- To be
legally and professionally accountable for all aspect of own work, including
the management of patients in your care.
- To
assess, diagnose, treat and mange a caseload of patients, in line with the
podiatry service criteria.
- Apply
effective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatment
plans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patients
with a wide range of clinical needs including: High risk diabetes, chronic
disease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer
/ would management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and those
that present with challenging behaviours.
And where appropriate, referral to specialist practitioners, other
health care professionals or discharge.
- Undertake
diagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g. Doppler ultrasound,
wound swabs etc. Effectively,
interpreting, recording and reporting the results.
- To
maintain high professional standards and code of conduct according to
departmental and HCPC guidelines.
- To
undertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispense
orthoses.
- To
undertake surgical intervention using local anaesthesia for complex nail
pathologies.
- Undertake
health promotion activities to groups / individuals / clients and other
professionals as appropriate.
- To be
proficient in the use of information technologies including video consultations
with clients and for in-service training.
- To
communicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding the
appointment / procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g. home
treatment plans, exercise regimes.
- Adhere
to all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and joint
working practices and protocols of the team.
- To maintain
accurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.
- The
post holder will be required to work in a poor environment. It is the responsibility of the podiatrist to
highlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment to
minimise / reduce risks.
Professional:- To work
as an autonomous clinician working within professional and organisational guidelines.
Monitoring emails and tasks on a daily basis and responding in a timely manner.
- To keep
up to date with clinical and professional developments.
- To
participate in the departments Clinical Governance initiatives and
developments, including research and audit.
- To
undertake, demonstrate and log continued professional development.
- To
ensure all clients receive the appropriate quality of care at all time whilst
observing the policies and procedures of the organisation.
- Contribute
to departmental development, participating in staff meetings and professional
working groups and being a role model for junior staff.
- To
participate in individual performance review, one to one meetings and clinical
supervision.
- To complete
the organisations mandatory training in accordance with the mandatory training
policy.
- To have responsibility for the
Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with
the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
- To ensure confidentiality at
all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in
an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection
Act and its amendments.
- To work in accordance with the Organisations Equality
and Diversity policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation to
employment and service delivery.
- To
promote at all times equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordance
with the Organisations policies to ensure that no person receives less
favourable treatment than another on the grounds of: age; disability; marriage
and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (ethnicity); religion or
belief; sex (gender); gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
- To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to
the role, to follow relevant Organisation policies and professional codes and
to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
- To comply with the Organisations
No Smoking Policies.
- To undertake such duties as may
be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of
the grade and the needs of the service.
- This job description is
not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position. Details
and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with the
post holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical duties:
- To be
legally and professionally accountable for all aspect of own work, including
the management of patients in your care.
- To
assess, diagnose, treat and mange a caseload of patients, in line with the
podiatry service criteria.
- Apply
effective assessment and diagnostic criteria to formulate agreed treatment
plans, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patients
with a wide range of clinical needs including: High risk diabetes, chronic
disease (chronic neuropathies, rheumatoid arthritis, vascular problems), ulcer
/ would management, people with acquired or congenital disabilities and those
that present with challenging behaviours.
And where appropriate, referral to specialist practitioners, other
health care professionals or discharge.
- Undertake
diagnostic procedures using appropriate equipment e.g. Doppler ultrasound,
wound swabs etc. Effectively,
interpreting, recording and reporting the results.
- To
maintain high professional standards and code of conduct according to
departmental and HCPC guidelines.
- To
undertake basic biomechanical assessments in order to prescribe and dispense
orthoses.
- To
undertake surgical intervention using local anaesthesia for complex nail
pathologies.
- Undertake
health promotion activities to groups / individuals / clients and other
professionals as appropriate.
- To be
proficient in the use of information technologies including video consultations
with clients and for in-service training.
- To
communicate effectively with all clients and relatives regarding the
appointment / procedural systems and relevant healthcare advice, e.g. home
treatment plans, exercise regimes.
- Adhere
to all service statements within the Podiatry Operational Guidelines and joint
working practices and protocols of the team.
- To maintain
accurate electronic clinical records and to understand the documentation process.
- The
post holder will be required to work in a poor environment. It is the responsibility of the podiatrist to
highlight any health and safety issues and to undertake a risk assessment to
minimise / reduce risks.
Professional:- To work
as an autonomous clinician working within professional and organisational guidelines.
Monitoring emails and tasks on a daily basis and responding in a timely manner.
- To keep
up to date with clinical and professional developments.
- To
participate in the departments Clinical Governance initiatives and
developments, including research and audit.
- To
undertake, demonstrate and log continued professional development.
- To
ensure all clients receive the appropriate quality of care at all time whilst
observing the policies and procedures of the organisation.
- Contribute
to departmental development, participating in staff meetings and professional
working groups and being a role model for junior staff.
- To
participate in individual performance review, one to one meetings and clinical
supervision.
- To complete
the organisations mandatory training in accordance with the mandatory training
policy.
- To have responsibility for the
Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with
the requirement of the Health and Safety Regulations.
- To ensure confidentiality at
all times, only releasing confidential information obtained during the course of employment to those acting in
an official capacity in accordance with the provisions of the Data Protection
Act and its amendments.
- To work in accordance with the Organisations Equality
and Diversity policy to eliminate unlawful discrimination in relation to
employment and service delivery.
- To
promote at all times equal opportunities for staff and patients in accordance
with the Organisations policies to ensure that no person receives less
favourable treatment than another on the grounds of: age; disability; marriage
and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (ethnicity); religion or
belief; sex (gender); gender reassignment or sexual orientation.
- To ensure skills are up-to-date and relevant to
the role, to follow relevant Organisation policies and professional codes and
to maintain registration where this is a requirement of the role.
- To comply with the Organisations
No Smoking Policies.
- To undertake such duties as may
be required from time to time as are consistent with the responsibilities of
the grade and the needs of the service.
- This job description is
not an exhaustive document but is a reflection of the current position. Details
and emphasis may change in line with service needs after consultation with the
post holder.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. in Podiatric Medicine
- HCPC Registered
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Car Driver (Full Licence)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of current Podiatry practices and clinical issues
- Broad spectrum of clinical experience
- Working independently and as a team member
- Assessed and formulated treatment plans for new patients
- Evidence/portfolio of post-graduate CPD
Desirable
- Domiciliary care provision
- Experienced in the provision of high-risk treatments & advanced biomechanical assessments
- 2 years relevant post graduate experience
Other
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Trustworthy
- Confident and Friendly
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Good time management
- Smart appearance
Desirable
- Willingness to ask for and take advice
- Ability to make decisions, using available evidence where necessary
- Commitment to team work
- Commitment to high standard of care
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Nail Surgery, Health promotion and basic biomechanics
- Effective communication
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
- Positive attitude to change
- Appreciation of good record keeping
- Awareness of health & safety
Desirable
- Excellent presentation skills
- Awareness of clinical governance
- IT skills
- Evidence of post graduate CPD
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. in Podiatric Medicine
- HCPC Registered
- Local Anaesthetic Certificate
- Car Driver (Full Licence)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of current Podiatry practices and clinical issues
- Broad spectrum of clinical experience
- Working independently and as a team member
- Assessed and formulated treatment plans for new patients
- Evidence/portfolio of post-graduate CPD
Desirable
- Domiciliary care provision
- Experienced in the provision of high-risk treatments & advanced biomechanical assessments
- 2 years relevant post graduate experience
Other
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Trustworthy
- Confident and Friendly
- Flexible
- Enthusiastic
- Approachable
- Reliable
- Good time management
- Smart appearance
Desirable
- Willingness to ask for and take advice
- Ability to make decisions, using available evidence where necessary
- Commitment to team work
- Commitment to high standard of care
- Commitment to personal and professional development
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Nail Surgery, Health promotion and basic biomechanics
- Effective communication
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
- Positive attitude to change
- Appreciation of good record keeping
- Awareness of health & safety
Desirable
- Excellent presentation skills
- Awareness of clinical governance
- IT skills
- Evidence of post graduate CPD
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).
