Overview
Podiatrist – Part Time
£25.63 hour
16 hours per week (2 days a week)
KYN Hurlingham, 28 Daisy Lane, London, SW6 3DD
About KYN
KYN is a brand-new care home company focused on offering an elevated approach to care: Individualised journeys built around the needs and interests of our residents in beautiful surroundings with life-enriching practices.
KYN HURLINGHAM is our second home which opened in June 2024. It’s a 32-bedroom home offering each resident an elegant and comfortable bedroom, communal areas for dining and reclining.
We are passionate about our people; we seek out those who have a true vocation for care or hospitality.
About the opportunity
As a Podiatrist, you will be responsible for:
* To welcome, assist, and handle residents’ queries and concerns in a friendly, prompt, and professional manner
* To deliver a variety of chiropody services, including nail care, callus and corn removal, foot assessments, and minor treatments
* To provide expert advice and recommendations on foot health, footwear, and preventative care, including referrals where necessary
* To ensure high standards of hygiene and clinical best practices are always maintained, adhering to health and safety, infection control, and compliance procedures
* To demonstrate excellent communication skills and up-to-date knowledge of podiatric treatments to meet the individual needs of our residents
* To care for instruments and equipment, ensuring proper sterilisation and use of appropriate quantities of products to support cost control
* To be flexible with your schedule, supporting the needs of the wellness or care team
* To work effectively and independently without direct supervision
* To collaborate with other departments to ensure a holistic approach to resident care and wellbeing
* To perform preparation and restocking duties as required
* To undertake any administrative tasks related to appointments, treatment records, and reporting
* To attend training and professional development sessions as required
* To be fully aware of and comply with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations
* To triage referral and work within the NICE guidelines
* To assess and treat the high-risk case load with advanced wound management methods
* To build a working network with all community services to benefit patients
* Maintain the education element and referral pathways for GPs, District Nurses, Urgent Care team
About you
* You will have experience working in a similar clinical or care-based environment
* You will hold a recognised qualification in Podiatry/Chiropody (e.g., BSc in Podiatry) and be HCPC registered
* You will be a professional who understands the importance of delivering and maintaining high standards in a safe, clean, and compliant environment
* You will have strong communication skills, a cooperative and polite manner, and a keen eye for detail
* You will be trustworthy, caring, adaptable, friendly, and patient, always striving for excellence in resident care.
* Advance specialised knowledge in relation to the high risk patient
About our commitment to you
* Competitive salary and benefits
* 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
* Complimentary meals, hot drinks, and snacks throughout your shift
* Bespoke company induction and on-going training programmes at all levels
* Access to the best-in-class equipment and technology
* Custom-made uniforms provided
* Annual bonus (discretionary and scheme rules apply)
* Employee assistance programme and other attractive wellbeing benefits
* Discount schemes
* Company contributory pension scheme & life insurance
* And much more……
To find out more about KYN, our teams and values please visit kyn.co.uk/careers
KYN is an equal opportunities employer.
To be considered for this role you will have to provide proof of right to work in the UK and consent to an enhanced DBS check.
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