Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
This is an exciting opportunity to be involved within a small dynamic team of community podiatrists caring for patients in West Essex. We are looking for an experienced, well-motivated, forward-thinking Podiatrist who is looking for the opportunity to demonstrate and further their clinical skills and join our friendly, progressive team. (Band 5 looking for career progression will also be considered on merit) You will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team and have excellent clinical and communication skills, these skills are essential as you will be providing a quality service to patients in a variety of clinical settings including patients' homes. We have specialist clinics in Diabetes, Wound care, Nail Surgery, and Musculoskeletal Podiatry. Staff are well supported and encouraged to progress their skills and knowledge. You will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. Car driver and access to a vehicle for the job role are essential. Main duties of the job
To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions, using appropriate diagnostic techniques to provide a high-quality service. To develop and implement treatment plans both in clinical and domiciliary settings. To participate in new patient assessment clinics, routine clinics, ulcer clinics, domiciliary, and nail surgery. To communicate complex information with patients, colleagues, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals. To work in collaboration with specialist teams, GPs, and other healthcare professionals. To maintain accurate and appropriate standards of documentation. To participate in delivering training and education to patients, students, and other health professionals. To undertake physical assessment of patients in clinic or domiciliary settings. The post holder will be required to travel across all areas of West Essex and will at all times work alone, independently, and as part of a team. About us
The EPUT West Essex Podiatry team are a friendly, dedicated, hard-working team who put their patients at the heart of everything they do. EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn, and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including: Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer Job responsibilities
To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions. To communicate complex information with patients, colleagues, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals. To work in close collaboration with the specialist multidisciplinary diabetic foot team, Vascular team, and secondary care consultants. To provide specialised advice to community-based colleagues. To act professionally in relation to customer care and contribute to investigations/responses to any complaints. To participate in surveys, undertake audits, and research around podiatry care. To provide peer support to all healthcare professionals Trust-wide. To ensure safeguarding and mental capacity issues are recognised and dealt with appropriately. To manage own workload and support more junior team members. To respond to telephone calls to the service, providing information, advice, reassurance, and support to callers. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma/degree in Podiatry Knowledge and experience working in the NHS with high-risk feet Evidence of CPD HCPC registration Vascular Module Supplementary Prescriber Car driver and access to a vehicle for work purposes 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. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum plus 5% HCA
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This is an exciting opportunity to be involved within a small dynamic team of community podiatrists caring for patients in West Essex. We are looking for an experienced, well-motivated, forward-thinking Podiatrist who is looking for the opportunity to demonstrate and further their clinical skills and join our friendly, progressive team. (Band 5 looking for career progression will also be considered on merit) You will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team and have excellent clinical and communication skills, these skills are essential as you will be providing a quality service to patients in a variety of clinical settings including patients' homes. We have specialist clinics in Diabetes, Wound care, Nail Surgery, and Musculoskeletal Podiatry. Staff are well supported and encouraged to progress their skills and knowledge. You will need to be flexible to meet the needs of the service. Car driver and access to a vehicle for the job role are essential. Main duties of the job
To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions, using appropriate diagnostic techniques to provide a high-quality service. To develop and implement treatment plans both in clinical and domiciliary settings. To participate in new patient assessment clinics, routine clinics, ulcer clinics, domiciliary, and nail surgery. To communicate complex information with patients, colleagues, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals. To work in collaboration with specialist teams, GPs, and other healthcare professionals. To maintain accurate and appropriate standards of documentation. To participate in delivering training and education to patients, students, and other health professionals. To undertake physical assessment of patients in clinic or domiciliary settings. The post holder will be required to travel across all areas of West Essex and will at all times work alone, independently, and as part of a team. About us
The EPUT West Essex Podiatry team are a friendly, dedicated, hard-working team who put their patients at the heart of everything they do. EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Care, Learn, and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including: Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer Job responsibilities
To autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a diverse range of medical and podiatric conditions. To communicate complex information with patients, colleagues, administrative staff, and other healthcare professionals. To work in close collaboration with the specialist multidisciplinary diabetic foot team, Vascular team, and secondary care consultants. To provide specialised advice to community-based colleagues. To act professionally in relation to customer care and contribute to investigations/responses to any complaints. To participate in surveys, undertake audits, and research around podiatry care. To provide peer support to all healthcare professionals Trust-wide. To ensure safeguarding and mental capacity issues are recognised and dealt with appropriately. To manage own workload and support more junior team members. To respond to telephone calls to the service, providing information, advice, reassurance, and support to callers. Person Specification
Qualifications
Diploma/degree in Podiatry Knowledge and experience working in the NHS with high-risk feet Evidence of CPD HCPC registration Vascular Module Supplementary Prescriber Car driver and access to a vehicle for work purposes 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. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum plus 5% HCA
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