Are you passionate about Podiatry? Would you like to work in an “Outstanding” Trust? Derbyshire Community Health Services Podiatry Team wants to hear from you!
We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic Band 6 Specialised Podiatrist to join our brilliant podiatry team in the Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire locality of DCHS.
As well as direct patient care and treatment planning for patients with complex needs, you will work with a wide variety of patient types which may include working with Multi-Disciplinary Teams in acute trusts.
The post will require flexibility and the ability to work across sites and teams according to service needs; therefore, transport will be essential.
What can DCHS Podiatry offer you?
The opportunity to work in varied settings across the beautiful county of Derbyshire, including Hospitals, Health Centres, and patients’ homes. The opportunity to provide a quality, good value service to a wide variety of patient types and develop close working relationships with our recently established Interdisciplinary Non-Diabetic Wound care clinic, the Multi-Disciplinary Diabetes team in the local acute trust, our Podiatric Surgery team, other DCHS services, and local NHS Trusts. An annual appraisal and personal development plan. DCHS pledges to engage, involve, and support staff to reach their full potential. Supportive Mentorship and Preceptorship. CPD arranged by the Podiatry Service in addition to the essential learning required by the trust. To become part of our Team. To have involvement in team meetings and the opportunity to make valuable contributions to the team meetings, staff forums, and via Staff Surveys and Pulse Checks. The opportunity to influence and help make changes in the service, to use innovative technology, and to make a difference.
Our purpose is to provide Community Health Services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes, and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.
Key Responsibilities
To be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care. To assess, diagnose, develop, and implement individualised care packages in order to maximize ulcer prevention for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic neuropathies, chronic disease, vascular problems, and wound management. The post holder will also be expected to plan and manage their own caseload, which will include providing specialist care to patients with diabetes, rheumatological issues, and biomechanics. As part of the Podiatry Team and Wider Trust, contribute to the development and adhere to the Podiatry Department and Trust policies, strategies, and objectives.
This advert closes on Friday 10 Jan 2025.
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We have a vacancy for an enthusiastic Band 6 Specialised Podiatrist to join our brilliant podiatry team in the Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire locality of DCHS.
As well as direct patient care and treatment planning for patients with complex needs, you will work with a wide variety of patient types which may include working with Multi-Disciplinary Teams in acute trusts.
The post will require flexibility and the ability to work across sites and teams according to service needs; therefore, transport will be essential.
What can DCHS Podiatry offer you?
The opportunity to work in varied settings across the beautiful county of Derbyshire, including Hospitals, Health Centres, and patients’ homes. The opportunity to provide a quality, good value service to a wide variety of patient types and develop close working relationships with our recently established Interdisciplinary Non-Diabetic Wound care clinic, the Multi-Disciplinary Diabetes team in the local acute trust, our Podiatric Surgery team, other DCHS services, and local NHS Trusts. An annual appraisal and personal development plan. DCHS pledges to engage, involve, and support staff to reach their full potential. Supportive Mentorship and Preceptorship. CPD arranged by the Podiatry Service in addition to the essential learning required by the trust. To become part of our Team. To have involvement in team meetings and the opportunity to make valuable contributions to the team meetings, staff forums, and via Staff Surveys and Pulse Checks. The opportunity to influence and help make changes in the service, to use innovative technology, and to make a difference.
Our purpose is to provide Community Health Services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes, and, increasingly, in people’s own homes and via virtual consultations.
Key Responsibilities
To be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care. To assess, diagnose, develop, and implement individualised care packages in order to maximize ulcer prevention for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs, including acute or chronic neuropathies, chronic disease, vascular problems, and wound management. The post holder will also be expected to plan and manage their own caseload, which will include providing specialist care to patients with diabetes, rheumatological issues, and biomechanics. As part of the Podiatry Team and Wider Trust, contribute to the development and adhere to the Podiatry Department and Trust policies, strategies, and objectives.
This advert closes on Friday 10 Jan 2025.
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