Specialist Podiatrist

Do you want to make a tangible difference to people's lives, with the best of London on your doorstep?

Location: Nelson Health Centre, Kingston Road Town London
Salary: £42,939 - £50,697 Per Annum, including HCAS
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 06/01/:59

Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing services to diverse communities in 11 London Boroughs and Hertfordshire.

We are rated Good by the Care Quality Commission and ranked among top NHS employers. Community healthcare is our focus and passion.

Job Overview

Join our thriving Podiatry Team in Merton as a Band 6 Specialist Podiatrist! This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients while developing your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Main Duties of the Job

1. Participate in the CLCH Podiatry band 6 rotational programs.
2. Autonomously assess and diagnose patients with various medical and podiatric conditions.
3. Create and implement tailored treatment and specialised care plans for a range of patient groups.
4. Undertake additional specialist clinics as part of CPD and a clinical rotation programme.
5. Recommend the use of a limited number of prescription medicines.

Working for Our Organisation

We care about your wellbeing! We offer:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction.
• Car lease scheme (T&C's apply).
• Flexible working options.
• Training, support, and development in your career.

Person Specification Education/Qualification

• BSc Degree in Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior to 1991).
• Evidence of continual professional and personal development.
• Registration with the Health Professions Council.
• Certificate in local anaesthesia.
• Evidence of post-graduate training in specialist area(s) of podiatry.

Experience

• Postgraduate clinical experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working.
• Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease/pathology types.
• Experience of working as part of a specialist team.
• Experience of working in an NHS environment.
• Experience of clinical supervision/mentoring.
• Experience of service development.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of recent developments in the profession.
• Knowledge of foot orthotic design and manufacture.
• Knowledge of CoP code of conduct.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance.
• Knowledge of treatment options for managing high-risk tissue breakdown.
• Up-to-date knowledge of clinical issues and treatment development.
• Awareness of national policies and procedures relevant to preschool-aged children.
• Ability to manufacture simple insoles.

Key Attributes

• Ability to cope with a busy and varied workload.
• Perform clinical treatments in physically restricted positions.
• Ability to multi-task and concentrate on diagnostic and analytical skills.
• Ability to cope with patient anxieties and employ techniques to support them.
• Adaptable to various working environments.
• Driving license and access to a car.

Due to the high number of applications, we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Please apply as soon as possible if you meet the requirements.

Only candidates who clearly demonstrate how they meet the person specification will be shortlisted.

At CLCH, we appreciate and are proud of the diversity in the communities we serve and the workforce we employ. Applications are open to anyone, regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, religion, and disability.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.