Overview
Fixed Term Contract – 12 months
37.5 hours per week
We are looking for an advanced wound care podiatrist to cover a 12 month employment break in support of the podiatry department and acute foot multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver specialist foot care as part of the MDT at the Royal Free Hospital.
The acute foot MDT comprises diabetes, vascular, infectious diseases and podiatry treating complex and acute foot conditions. Treating and triaging patients into the defined clinical pathways both internally and externally will be a key component within the post holder’s role. Advanced wound care techniques are part of regular care.
The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Post registration experience in diabetes, vascular disease and other acute foot conditions is a must. Candidates should be highly motivated, should have the ability to cope with and manage clinical emergencies, and positively manage stress in a busy and demanding environment.
This post also requires high level of understanding in clinical governance, audit, risk management, safeguarding, duty of candour and evidence-based practice. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK’s biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.
Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and requirements of applicants.
This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Oct 2025
Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist foot care as part of the multidisciplinary team ( MDT ) at the Royal Free Hospital, including advanced wound care techniques.
* Treat and triage patients into defined clinical pathways both internally and externally.
* Demonstrate Trust values and fulfil the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.
* Apply post-registration experience in diabetes, vascular disease and other acute foot conditions.
* Cope with and manage clinical emergencies and stress in a busy, demanding environment.
* Maintain high standards of clinical governance, audit, risk management, safeguarding, duty of candour and evidence-based practice.
Qualifications
* Post-registration experience in diabetes, vascular disease and other acute foot conditions.
* Ability to demonstrate Trust values and work within the podiatry MDT at an acute setting.
* Motivation, resilience to clinical emergencies, and ability to manage stress in a busy environment.
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