NHS Band 7 Podiatrist - Vascular and Wound Care

NHS Band 7 Podiatrist – Vascular and Wound Care

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and Vascular & Wound Care-experienced Podiatrists to join our NHS Trust\’s Community Podiatry team based at eight clinic settings across Hertfordshire.

This is currently a full-time permanent post, but the employer is willing to consider a part-time hours opportunity or the following flexible opportunities; job-share, term-time, school hours or compressed working week.

Hours are currently weekdays with the option of a Saturday to suit the employee.

Administration hours of approx two half days/one full day can be worked from home, by agreement.

Rated Good by CQC and ranked among the top NHS employers, this Trust is one of the largest Community Organisations.

Reporting to the Band 8 Manager, you will:

1. be the clinical specialist for the high risk and lower limb vascular pathway ensuring timely assessment diagnosis intervention and escalation based on risk and requirement
2. be involved in and lead on woundcare collaboration, innovation, planning and case management
3. provide supportive clinical supervision and line management of other Podiatry team members
4. provide upskilling and educational opportunities in line with national guidance, clinical excellence and trust policies

There is no diabetic caseload in this service; the workload comprises Biomechanics, wound-care and nail-surgery clinics.

There are no home visits, all work is undertaken in NHS Clinic sites in; Harpenden, St Albans, Watford, Rickmansworth, Hemel, Oxey and Borehamwood and there is some flexibility as to the more convenient locations.

There is the opportunity to access supported MSc modules; prescribing, training & development, leadership.

Person requirements:

1. Qualified Podiatrist with full HCPC registration
2. At least four years post-registration practice experience with at least one year in a specific Vascular/Wound Care role working with a high-risk caseload
3. Certificate in Local Anaesthesia
4. Current driving licence and access to vehicle (leasing option available as employee benefit)

In addition to full NHS Employee Benefits, this role offers:

1. A comprehensive induction program and a commitment to ongoing training, support and development in your career
2. Support gaining your driving licence and car lease scheme
3. Flexible working options
4. Season ticket loan

Jarrodean is a leading UK healthcare recruitment partner to the NHS and Independent Sector with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Allied Health Professionals, including Podiatrists.

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If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.

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