Podiatrist

Worcestershire podiatry service is excited to advertise this Band 5 podiatry role . This permanent post has been designed to provide newly qualified and early-career podiatrists with a unique opportunity to gain experience across all aspects of podiatry. This is a full time post but we would consider applicants looking for part time. Working across Kidderminster and Bromsgrove sites, you will develop a diverse clinical skillset whilst being supported by experienced clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams. This role offers exposure to a wide range of patient groups and clinical environments, providing an excellent foundation for future career progression. Within our community podiatry service, you will experience and have exposure to caseloads including wound care, musculoskeletal presentations, nail surgery and domiciliary care. You will undertake regular home visits and be provided with remote IT equipment to support agile working. You will gain valuable experience working alongside multidisciplinary teams managing high-risk foot complications. Opportunities include exposure to busy acute clinics including vascular and orthopaedics and diabetic foot MDTs. You will receive comprehensive induction, preceptorship programme, supervision and ongoing professional development., Your duties will include: Assessing, diagnosing and managing patients with a wide range of foot health conditions under the guidance of senior clinicians. Providing podiatric care to patients with diabetes, PAD, musculoskeletal conditions, wounds and other complex health needs. Participating in community clinics, home visits, hospital outpatient clinics and inpatient services. You will perform nail surgery as part of a rota. You will join the team in telephone triage for new and existing patients, to prioritise care for those most at risk. You will participate in peer review, reflective practice and audit, and actively participate in clinical supervision. Maintaining accurate clinical records and contributing to service audits, quality improvement initiatives.

At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites. We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities. What we offer;

• 27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
• Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
• Flexible and agile working opportunities
• Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
• Wide range of supportive staff networks
• Health and wellbeing opportunities
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