Specialist MSK Podiatrist

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Podiatrist to join the Podiatry Service as a Band 6 Musculoskeletal (MSK) Podiatrist.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients presenting with a range of MSK foot and lower limb conditions. This will include developing and implementing individualised treatment plans, including orthotic provision, exercise therapy and patient education, to support effective self-management and improved clinical outcomes.

The role will involve working as part of a multidisciplinary team across community and outpatient settings, contributing to the safe, effective and efficient delivery of podiatry services. The post holder will be expected to manage a defined caseload, prioritising patients based on clinical need and service demands. In addition to an MSK caseload, the post holder may also be required to manage a proportion of non-MSK patients, depending on service need.

In addition, the post holder will support the wider team by contributing to service development, audit and quality improvement activities. They will also provide guidance and support to junior staff, assistants and students where appropriate, helping to maintain high standards of care.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous professional development and delivering patient-centred care.

Main Duties of the Job

• To assess, diagnose, develop and implement individualised treatment programmes for patients presenting with a wide range of musculoskeletal (MSK) foot and lower limb conditions, including biomechanical dysfunction, overuse injuries and gait abnormalities. This will include the use of orthotic therapy, exercise prescription and patient education.
• To plan and manage their own caseload, which will primarily consist of MSK patients but may also include a proportion of non-MSK patients, such as those with chronic disease, vascular risk, neuropathy or wound care needs, depending on service requirements.
• To provide an efficient, effective and consistently high-quality podiatry service, working independently across community and clinic settings.
• To support the smooth day-to-day running of clinical sessions, including maintaining a safe clinical environment, ensuring appropriate stock levels, and reporting any equipment or environmental issues in line with local procedures.
• To contribute to service delivery by managing appointment capacity effectively, maintaining accurate clinical records and sharing relevant information with senior staff to support service planning and performance.
• To work within professional and organisational policies, maintaining high standards of clinical care, infection prevention and health and safety.

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We hold a unique position within the Stockport community as a provider of healthcare and are one of the largest employers in the area. We believe the best organisations reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore committed to improving the diversity of our workforce to ensure it is truly representative of our local population.

We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity. Recognising that some communities remain under-represented within our workforce, we particularly encourage applications from these groups.

If you require support with your application, please contact a member of the recruitment team who will be happy to discuss alternative application methods.

We recognise the importance of flexible working and will consider all requests seriously. We will work with you to explore whether your request can be accommodated within the needs of the service.

• Between 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• NHS Pension Scheme membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes including lease cars and home electronics
• NHS staff discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Salary Finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
• Stockport Credit Union - for local financial advice

Job Description & Person Specification

The Podiatry Department is a well-established, multidisciplinary team of 29 staff, including podiatrists, assistants, technicians and clinical leads, working across a range of roles. The service delivers care across Stockport from multiple clinical settings, including community clinics, GP practices, Stepping Hill Hospital and patients' homes. We provide a broad range of specialist podiatry services, including high-risk foot care, MSK assessment and treatment (adult and paediatric), nail surgery, urgent care clinics and patient education programmes.

Please see the full Job Description and Person Specification for details of education, knowledge, experience, skills and work-related circumstances. Essential criteria include BSc Podiatry or equivalent, HCPC registration, specialist knowledge in nail surgery, biomechanics, wound care, dermatology, vascular assessment and diabetes, and previous experience in managing MSK Pod.

Employer Details

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Address: Kingsgate House, Wellington Rd North, Stockport, SK4 1LW

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Certificate of Sponsorship & UK Registration

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.