Specialist Podiatrist

o Using their clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services as safe as possibleo Safeguarding people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their limits, asking for help and escalating concerns when necessaryo Responding appropriately to safety concerns, escalating as required and ensuring all governance procedures are implementedo Being open and transparent about their practice.o Supervising the work of others.o Reflecting on one's own everyday practice and that of teams, identifying areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made, and taking recommendations through to the appropriate forums.o Working with other teams and partner agencies to create a culture of continuous improvement and service development.o Maintaining accurate, legible, comprehensive records and leading on regular compliance audits.o Maintaining compliance with mandatory training requirements and scope of extended
competencies.o Maintaining professional registration and demonstrating adherence to the Codes of Conduct in line with relevant professional bodies, We know life outside work matters.As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

This role is for a dedicated and proactive professional HCPC registered Podiatrist with graduate clinic experience to provide high-quality Podiatrist care for patients with pathological foot conditions and those at risk of developing serious foot health complications. The post holder is required to have excellent diagnostic and clinical skills to deliver a range of Podiatry treatments, including Biomechanical interventions and wound care for patients in Kent

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is currently undertaking a significant programme of transformation to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.