Podiatrist
Posted a day ago
- Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
- Any
- External
- Expires In 3 months
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals Podiatry Department is inviting applications for a Band 5 Podiatrist. This is a permanent contract 0.6 wte 22.5 hours over 3 days, and will provide a strong foundation for a career in NHS podiatry.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Podiatrist to work within the Newcastle community Podiatry Department. You will be required to provide a range of high quality podiatric interventions in a variety of clinical and domiciliary settings.
You must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to build and develop effective working relationships within the podiatry teams and with other healthcare professionals.
You must possess a degree in Podiatry, have your POM-A and POM-S, and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council. The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly across the city of Newcastle Upon Tyne and you must have a driving license and access to your own transport for work purposes.
Interview date: Monday 16 December 2024
22 hours 30 minutes/week
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a responsible and caring individual, who must be well organized and demonstrate a professional attitude. You will work across several community podiatry clinics and be expected to do some home visits and provide some treatments in care home settings. The role is facilitated by a team of experienced podiatrists and podiatry support staff, where you will be supported to improve your professional knowledge, skills and competencies. The caseload is variable, with a high risk cohort including a lot of patients with Diabetes and other underlying health conditions. Our Band 5 staff will undertake a rotation programme into Diabetes, Nail surgery and Biomechanics, learning from experienced senior clinicians.
Good communication is key to this role, which will require liaising with carers and other health care professionals to optimize the care of your patient. You will follow trust and departmental guidelines in order to provide safe and effective care to a cohort of patients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to start a rewarding career in the NHS.
About us
Our staff oversee over 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
Freeman Hospital
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service
Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of a highly motivated team in a variety of locations, supported with supervision and mentorship until competencies are completed with a view to autonomous working including assessment and treatment of a range of Podiatry patients.
To provide an efficient, effective and consistent high quality Podiatry service for Newcastle Hospitals Community Health.
To ensure that the service delivery is patient centred and reflects current and future developments within Podiatry and associated areas.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first month's pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Desirable
Evidence of self-directed learning
SKILLS
Essential
High quality clinical skills.
Good communication skills good verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical skills.
Ability to manage noncompliance / conflict.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Experience of dealing with elderly patients.
Critical / reflective analysis
Desirable
Experience of working with elderly patients
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Podiatry Diploma / Degree
State Registration to Health and Care Professions Council.
Registered with the HCPC as POM-A prescriptions only medicines -administration
Must hold current clean driving licence and willing to use car for work.
Desirable
Experience of working with computer systems.
Employer details
Employer name
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
317 Trustwide
NE1 4LP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
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We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Podiatrist to work within the Newcastle community Podiatry Department. You will be required to provide a range of high quality podiatric interventions in a variety of clinical and domiciliary settings.
You must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to build and develop effective working relationships within the podiatry teams and with other healthcare professionals.
You must possess a degree in Podiatry, have your POM-A and POM-S, and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council. The position requires applicants to be able to work flexibly across the city of Newcastle Upon Tyne and you must have a driving license and access to your own transport for work purposes.
Interview date: Monday 16 December 2024
22 hours 30 minutes/week
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a responsible and caring individual, who must be well organized and demonstrate a professional attitude. You will work across several community podiatry clinics and be expected to do some home visits and provide some treatments in care home settings. The role is facilitated by a team of experienced podiatrists and podiatry support staff, where you will be supported to improve your professional knowledge, skills and competencies. The caseload is variable, with a high risk cohort including a lot of patients with Diabetes and other underlying health conditions. Our Band 5 staff will undertake a rotation programme into Diabetes, Nail surgery and Biomechanics, learning from experienced senior clinicians.
Good communication is key to this role, which will require liaising with carers and other health care professionals to optimize the care of your patient. You will follow trust and departmental guidelines in order to provide safe and effective care to a cohort of patients. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to start a rewarding career in the NHS.
About us
Our staff oversee over 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
Freeman Hospital
Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)
Newcastle Dental Hospital
Newcastle Fertility Centre
Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
Northern Genetics Service
Cramlington Manor Walks
These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work as part of a highly motivated team in a variety of locations, supported with supervision and mentorship until competencies are completed with a view to autonomous working including assessment and treatment of a range of Podiatry patients.
To provide an efficient, effective and consistent high quality Podiatry service for Newcastle Hospitals Community Health.
To ensure that the service delivery is patient centred and reflects current and future developments within Podiatry and associated areas.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first month's pay.
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Desirable
Evidence of self-directed learning
SKILLS
Essential
High quality clinical skills.
Good communication skills good verbal and written communication skills.
Analytical skills.
Ability to manage noncompliance / conflict.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
Experience of dealing with elderly patients.
Critical / reflective analysis
Desirable
Experience of working with elderly patients
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
Podiatry Diploma / Degree
State Registration to Health and Care Professions Council.
Registered with the HCPC as POM-A prescriptions only medicines -administration
Must hold current clean driving licence and willing to use car for work.
Desirable
Experience of working with computer systems.
Employer details
Employer name
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trustwide
317 Trustwide
NE1 4LP
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
#J-18808-Ljbffr