Highly Specialist Podiatry Practitioner - Musculoskeletal in Pontypool

Highly Specialist Podiatry Practitioner - Musculoskeletal

We are excited to offer the opportunity for a Band 7 Highly Specialist Musculoskeletal (MSK) Podiatrist. They will work as an autonomous practitioner responsible for the advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with complex foot and lower limb musculoskeletal conditions. Using expert clinical reasoning and evidence-based practice, the post holder will deliver specialist interventions to improve function, reduce pain, and optimise patient outcomes.

The role involves independently managing complex patients and pathologies, undertaking biomechanical and gait assessments, prescribing appropriate treatments, and developing personalised rehabilitation plans. The post holder will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and provide specialist advice to patients and healthcare professionals.

In addition to clinical practice, the Highly Specialist MSK Podiatrist will contribute to the service development, clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement activities. They support the education and development of colleagues and students, provide clinical leadership within the service, and promote the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

Autonomously assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex MSK conditions, developing and delivering evidence-based treatment programmes across different care settings. Triage and prioritise referrals, undertake comprehensive assessments, and provide highly specialist advice, interventions and education to patients and healthcare professionals. Develop care pathways, contribute to MDT medical care plans, and support behavioural change to improve outcomes and resolve MSK pathology.

Provide clinical leadership through specialist teaching, training and supervision of podiatrists, podiatry assistants and students. Lead educational sessions for healthcare professionals and patient groups across ABUHB, contribute to service development, and support research, clinical audit and quality improvement initiatives. Offer expert advice on the development and delivery of MSK services and deputise for the Principal Podiatrist when required.

Deliver advanced specialist interventions including casting techniques, prescription and evaluation of functional and palliative orthoses. Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, providing specialist MSK input to Physiotherapy Directorate services when needed. Coordinate referrals and management plans with GPs, Orthopaedics, Rheumatology, Vascular and other specialist services, contributing to the prevention of high-risk foot ulceration and amputation through expert assessment, decision-making and care planning

About us

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.

Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025-2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.

We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BSc Hons. Podiatric Medicine or equivalent
• HCPC Registration
• Masters level education or equivalent demonstrable level of knowledge and experience

Knowledge

• Demonstrate a high level of specialist knowledge in the following areas: Musculo-skeletal disorders and interventions, Orthotic Intervention, Casting techniques and Minor surgery.
• Able to be constructively critical with experience of research/ project work.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.