Specialist Podiatrist

will specifically be involved on a day-to-day basis of the following

undertake routine podiatry clinics to patients deemed high or medium risk.

To be

responsible for carrying out assessment of increased and high risk

patients to include full medical ,Neurological and vascular assessment

with formulation of appropriate treatment plans and referrals.

To be responsible for the assessment, and

setting of appropriate treatment plan for High and Increased risk patients

with foot ulceration.

To be

responsible for the completion of visits to patients homes and specialist

centres

To carry

out nail surgery procedures where the need has arisen

manufacture and fit chair side appliances e.g., insoles and biomechanical

devices.

To carry

out biomechanical assessments on

high-risk patients with a view to off load where deemed necessary.

Follow up

and action any arranged investigations ensuring appropriate care and

treatment is arranged. This may be via GP, Consultant or Partner

organisations (eg vascular, MDT Foot ulcer services)

To have

the ability to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation including the

drawing up and administration of adrenalin for anaphylactic shock, if

required.

The purpose of this post is to provide high risk

foot care by way of specialised podiatric input both in clinical and

domiciliary settings. The post will involve sessions of Nail surgery,

biomechanics and assessment.

Full Job Description attached.

Flexible working will be considered for all roles.

North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM) serves more than one million residents across the Halton and Warrington boroughs and the wider North West region.

Bringing together community and out-of-hospital services (formerly provided by Bridgewater Community Healthcare) with inpatient and elective care (formerly Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals) we provide services at two hospital sites and more than 70 community hubs and facilities.

Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust (NCM).

They underpin everything we do and everything we aspire to be as an organisation.

Our mission

We will be exceptional for our patients, our communities and each other

Our vision

We will be a great organisation providing excellent healthcare and opportunities to work and learn

Our values

Experience

Essential: - Post graduate clinical experience in advanced Diabetic foot care

Desirable: - Primary Care Diabetes Diploma or equivalent experience

Relationships

Essential: - If you are related to a director or have a relationship with a director or employee of an appointing organisation, please state the relationship.

Right to Work

Qualifications

Essential: - Diploma/Degree in Podiatric Medicine; - Certificate in L.A.; - V300 or willingness to undertake.

Desirable: - Masters Degree or equivalent level of CPD/ experience, or willingness to undertake

Job Specific Requirements

Essential: - The ability to work flexibly in accordance with service needs; - Ability to travel independently throughout the trust.

Skills & Knowledge