A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic band 6 Specialist Podiatrist to join our team.
The Podiatry service provides multiple care offers to meet the individual needs of the people across the city of Leeds.
We are a community-based service that provides assessment and treatment of foot, ankle and lower limb related problems using diagnostic equipment and treatment packages.
We offer specialist services, including wound care, foot and ankle pain, a foot protection service for people with high-risk feet and nail surgery. We promote health coaching and self- management to empower people to manage their own foot needs.
Our team of Advanced and Specialist Podiatrists as well as Assistant Practitioners are based in geographical areas across Leeds.
All clinical staff are expected to work in health centres, patients own homes and care homes.The service works closely with other stakeholders and is a research active team collaborating on national research projects.
Main duties of the job
You will use evidence-based practice to formulate, develop and deliver individualised treatment plans in clinics and patients homes. You will apply appropriate clinical reasoning to manage a varied caseload consisting of high risk, diabetes, wound care and biomechanics patients. Experience in mentoring and supporting colleagues is essential, as is a commitment to ongoing personal development. The postholder will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance always ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge. The post includes travel across the NHS Trust carrying a variety of equipment. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you can travel independently across the city.If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. About us
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached in the supporting documents section. Person Specification
General Requirements
Please refer to the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. Please refer to the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. 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.
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You will use evidence-based practice to formulate, develop and deliver individualised treatment plans in clinics and patients homes. You will apply appropriate clinical reasoning to manage a varied caseload consisting of high risk, diabetes, wound care and biomechanics patients. Experience in mentoring and supporting colleagues is essential, as is a commitment to ongoing personal development. The postholder will work to professional and regulatory body codes, standards and guidance always ensuring that their practice is grounded in evidence based theoretical and practical knowledge. The post includes travel across the NHS Trust carrying a variety of equipment. Due to the nature of the role, it is essential that you can travel independently across the city.If necessary, adjustments can be considered in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. About us
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description and person specification attached in the supporting documents section. Person Specification
General Requirements
Please refer to the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. Please refer to the job description and person specification in the supporting documents section. 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.
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