Specialist Podiatrist
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Teddington, TW110JLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
23 November 2026
11 days leftJob description
A specialist podiatrist is an autonomous foot and lower-limb clinician who diagnoses, treats, and manages complex patient cases--most notably high-ris...
The role requires the ability to work autonomously and effectively within the multidisciplinary team and seek support when necessary to ensure safe effective care.
To determine clinical diagnosis and treatment indicated, and to maintain excellent clinical records.
The post holder will be responsible for a defined population of service users across the Trust including community clinics and domiciliary and hospital setting.
To maintain and develop skills and knowledge to deliver a range of interventions and sets an example of good practice to other team members including skill sharing.
To be responsible for documenting client activity data, health promotion, training and education data in accordance with information governance guidelines, departmental and trust standards.
To be responsible for effective time management, meeting deadlines and responding to fluctuating workloads and organising, planning and prioritising clinical and non-clinical workload.
Please see the attached supporting document which contains more and person specification information about the role.
Development and staff wellbeing
Your growth and happiness matters to us. After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing. From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment.
Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed. We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Education/Qualifications
Essential: - Podiatry Diploma/Degree.; - Local Analgesia Certificate; - Registration with HCPC
Desirable: - Qualified driver with a full clean driving license; - A postgraduate qualification in Management of the Foot in Diabetes; - IRMER Compliance certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in both a team and in isolation.
- Experience of managing a caseload of "at risk" Diabetic foot patients
- Experience of working within the NHS
Desirable: - Experience of Student Supervision
Skills /Abilities
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to the HRCH values (Care, Respect, Communication)
- Good verbal and written communication skills, including accurate record keeping.
- Good organisational skills, to manage own caseload and the day-to-day running of the clinics in which you work.
- Good clinical podiatry skills and understanding of infection control.
- Able to facilitate the integration of evidence-based practices in the clinical setting.
- Basic IT skills with Microsoft applications and virtual consultation skills
- Ability to work under pressure and respond to change
- Ability to implement clinical safe treatment packages within service resource and support self-management and waiting lists safely.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of clinical governance.
- Evidence of Continued Professional Development. Particularly in the specialism of Diabetes and wound care.
- Awareness of Health & Safety and Incident reporting
- A working knowledge of diabetic wound management and related local and national guidance
- A working knowledge of detailed care planning to achieve and maintain health related goals for patients at increased risks of diabetic foot complications
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Provenance
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First seen
9 November 2026
Last checked
11 November 2026
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