Job overview
We are seeking to recruit a part time podiatrist to join the Diabetes Foot Team at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, fixed term for one year to cover maternity leave.
Our multidisciplinary team currently consists of three Diabetes Foot Consultants and four Diabetes Specialist Podiatrists. Supported by a Vascular and Orthopaedic surgeon, Microbiologists, Consultant Plastic Surgeons, a Podiatry Assistant and an Orthotist providing expert care and review across the outpatient and in-patient setting for our three sites; St Mary’s Hospital, Hammersmith Hospital and Charing Cross Hospital.
The service looks after complicated diabetes foot disease, from ulceration to complicated Charcot, and high-risk patients, including those on hemodialysis and those with renal transplants. We are looking to recruit a Fixed Term (till end of March 2026) Band 7, 0.80 WTE Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist, who will be joining our Multi-Disciplinary Team.
The successful candidate will be HCPC registered, and have experience in the assessment, diagnosis and management of diabetes foot complications and of working within a multi-disciplinary team, along with highly developed clinical skills are desirable. However, applications are welcomed from those that are willing and motivated to develop these skills further, as the department supports continuous professional development and career progression.
Main duties of the job
1. To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work.
2. To maintain a high standard of clinical care for patients under your management.
3. To accept clinical responsibility for patients attending the service and to organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.
4. To use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients and carers and to ensure understanding of condition. Patients may require clarification of clinical decisions or investigations, potential outcomes and the implications for the patient/family. This may include sensitive/emotive information.
5. To abide by the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists Code of Conduct and Standards of Practice and the Health Care Profession Council requirements for podiatry registration.
6. To provide support to the Lead Consultant/ Business manager in the daily operational management for the team.
Working for our organisation
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews, please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential criteria
7. Diploma / degree in Podiatry
8. Registration with the Health Professions Council (UK)
9. Evidence of CPD, maintained in a portfolio showing CPD events/activity relevant to the clinical specialty
Desirable criteria
10. Diabetes related further study at MSc level
Experience
Essential criteria
11. Experience of advanced wound care techniques and pressure relieving devices
12. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
Desirable criteria
13. Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential criteria
14. Ability to carry out management/treatment programmes using clinical reasoning, problem solving, sound judgement and wide knowledge of treatment options.
15. Ability to complete clear, accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date clinical records in line with legal/departmental requirements.
16. Awareness of current professional practice and new research Competent IT skills (Word, Email)
17. Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession
18. Knowledge of professional standards
19. Ability to demonstrate good organisational skills
Desirable criteria
20. Experience of advanced wound care techniques and pressure relieving devices
Right to work
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