Northumbria Healthcare Foundation Trust (NHCT) Community Podiatry Services is seeking a highly motivated, proactive, and focused qualified Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) registered Specialist Podiatrist.
Key Responsibilities:
* Assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate abnormalities and diseases related to the foot and lower limb across all ages.
* Provide treatment for high-risk groups such as the elderly and those at increased risk of amputation.
* Deliver specialist care to maintain mobility, independence, tissue viability, and relieve discomfort, especially for patients with diabetes, circulatory disorders, neuropathy, rheumatoid arthritis, and biomechanical pathologies.
* Work within multidisciplinary teams to support patient care and contribute to wider MDTs.
* Deliver evidence-based podiatry in clinics, GP surgeries, hospitals, patient homes, and nursing homes within the Central locality area.
* Provide professional advice and develop care programmes based on clinical needs.
* Contribute to the development of the Podiatry Department and adhere to Trust policies and procedures.
* Role model compassionate and inclusive leadership to foster a supportive team environment.
Additional Information:
* This is a full-time position; candidates wishing to work 3 days or more will also be considered.
* The department offers a band 5 competency programme for role development.
* The Trust manages several hospitals and community facilities, providing a range of services aimed at enabling patients to live independently and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.
Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early once sufficient applications are received.
This advert closes on Wednesday 3 Sep 2025.
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