Job overview

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 2 YEARS DUE TO MATERNITY COVER.

IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.   

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to provide a high 
standard of Podiatric Service to Patients within Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) and promote clinical excellence across the county. The post holder will have a close working relationship with the Specialist Podiatrist and other Community services in the County to promote a seamless patient journey.

We will provide the successful applicant with a named mentor and a structured mentoring program.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will need to be an autonomous practitioner and have the enthusiasm to progress with support from senior staff in your role as a podiatrist. You will need to demonstrate good communication and organisational skills and work well as part of a team and be expected to take an active part in continuous clinical and service improvement. The post holder will benefit and contribute to a robust supervision model in place which has a strong emphasis on shared learning across services.

You will form part of a team, using evidence based/ patient centred principles to assess, plan and deliver individualised treatment programmes and delegate responsibility as appropriate. You will also supervise podiatry assistants and students, promoting evidence-based practice and supporting decision making. The post holder will need to be a keen team member with a flexible approach to work and have effective communication skills to assist with managing change.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won’t get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation. 

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We’re also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy ’life work’ balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.