Podiatrist

Job Summary

This position is open to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts and the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB). Nursing vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s Podiatry Service offers an exciting opportunity to work across a wide range of clinical environments while being part of a friendly, multidisciplinary team. The service provides community podiatry, podiatric surgery and orthotics manufacturing. As a Podiatrist, you'll deliver high-quality foot health care in diverse settings including community clinics, hospital sites, patients' homes, residential and nursing homes, prisons and KMPT locations across Kent and Medway. Working Monday to Friday, with some sites offering extended hours.

Main Duties of the Job

• Provide a wide range of podiatry treatments including biomechanical interventions and wound care
• Use excellent diagnostic and assessment skills for patients with pathological foot conditions
• Accurately document all patient interventions
• Support podiatry assistants, students and administrative colleagues
• Work collaboratively within the podiatry team and wider department

About Us

Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. They offer flexible working arrangements and support career development through KCHFT career pathways.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), HCPC registration, Degree or equivalent in Podiatric Medicine, Completion of post-graduate 'induction' training, Full UK/EU driving licence. Desirable: Diabetic Foot Module or willingness to complete.

Experience

Essential: Proven record of providing high quality podiatric care for high risk patients and using biomechanical skills to provide effective chair side and prescribed orthotics.

Knowledge

Essential: Clinical Governance and professional standards, Health & Safety roles and responsibilities for clinical practice.

Additional Information

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Certificate of Sponsorship: 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. Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For questions about the job, contact Lisa Day at [contact hidden].