Job summary
Employer heading
Community Podiatrist - Band 5
Band 5
Bromley Healthcare, a community interest company, delivers a diverse range of services encompassing community nursing (e.g., district nursing, health visiting, specialist nursing) and therapy services catering to individuals across all age groups. Stemming from the community provider unit of NHS Bromley, we boast extensive experience in serving the Bromley populace over many years.
Working at Bromley Healthcare offers a fulfilling experience. Our distinctive service delivery approach and commitment to hearing every employee's voice ensure a gratifying career journey. As a Social Enterprise, we embrace an innovative approach to healthcare delivery, combining the traditional strengths of the NHS, such as robust training and development opportunities, with the flexibility to reinvest surpluses into community initiatives.
Employees of Bromley Healthcare whose role maybe at risk will receive priority consideration.
Applicants for roles involving driving responsibilities will be required to provide proof of business insurance.
Job overview
Community Podiatrist - Band 5
£34,521 - £41,956 Inc HCAS Per annum pro rata
Salary is dependant on experience
Part time - 30 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has developed to join a committed, progressive team who work in a challenging and motivating environment. The successful candidate will have a responsibility to provide foot health care and advice to patients with “at risk” feet.
We are looking for a Band 5 podiatrist to work within our friendly and professional team. You will require a broad clinical experience at undergraduate level with an understanding of community podiatry services and intermediate care services.
You will need to demonstrate an understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession, the significance of Evidence Based Practice and clinical governance implications, as well as being able to work in, sometimes challenging, conditions to provide patient care.
You will hold a degree in Podiatry, be registered with HCPC, you will be expected to maintain a portfolio of development and be able to meet the travel requirements of this post. The post requires the individual to be a flexible and reliable member of the team demonstrating empathy, resilience and problem solving skills as a clinician.
Proposed Interview date week commencing of 10th February 2025
Main duties of the job
Although primarily based in a clinical setting, the role is across the Bromley borough with a home visit case load. Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality and have access to a suitable vehicle for business purposes.
The post holder will be up to date with current best practice and demonstrate Bromley Healthcare values in their day to day role working as part of a team. We value health promotion through patient empowerment and education, therefore we require podiatrists who have excellent communication and assessment skills.
As this post is open to graduate level we will provide mentorship and rotation through specialist clinics to ensure CPD.
Registration with the Health professions council is essential.
For more information please see attached JD and PS.
Working for our organisation
Would you like to work for an organisation that is progressive, innovative and provides quality care for families in Bromley? To find out what its like to work for Bromley Healthcare please view our videos on YouTube, search for Bromley healthcare and you will get a flavour of Bromley healthcare
Bromley Healthcare is an innovative, forward thinking Community Interest Company providing Community Healthcare to Bromley residents and also certain services in Croydon and Lewisham.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful member of staff will be supported to manage a moderate-high risk caseload. Opportunities for rotation in MSK and nail surgery will be made available.
Management of a domiciliary caseload - routine care and diabetic foot assessment. Exposure to wound care and support where needed will be provided.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent leading to licence to practice
- Local analgesia administration certificate
- HCPC registration
Desirable criteria
- May engage in post-graduate study such as CPD courses and modules
- Ability to complete basic grade induction programme
Experience
Essential criteria
- Able to use own experience to offer 2nd opinions to others
- Experience of specialist areas of work, eg minor nail surgery, biomechanics, rheumatology, the Diabetic & at risk foot and Health Education at university or on placement
Desirable criteria
- Experience in presenting information, adapting teaching/training to the learning styles of others
- Previous role as a Podiatry Assistant
Skills
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of Podiatric conditions and advanced therapies
- Excellent communication skills-written
- Evidence of of ability to work alone and as team member
- Demonstrates understanding of clinical governance
- Knowledge of a range of assessment techniques; including diagnostic equipment e.g. Monofilament, Doppler,
- Hold a current UK drivers licence and have access to a car to be able to commute effectively and efficiently between service bases/work settings
Desirable criteria
- An interest in developing an area or service
- Evidence of team working or good knowledge of team working principles
- Able to reflect on constructive feedback from peers, and implement appropriate changes to practice
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Mehmet Hussein
- Job title
- Podiatry service lead
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Mehmet Hussein - Podiatry Service Lead on 07715 238418
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