First Contact Podiatrist in Saint Leonards-on-Sea

We are looking to recruit a part time (18.75 hours) First Contact Podiatrist to join our established and experienced team. First Contact Podiatrists (FCPs) are autonomous practitioners working within GP practices who can assess, diagnose, treat, and manage lower limb and foot conditions, including undifferentiated presentations. They provide rapid, accurate diagnosis and management plans, streamline patient pathways, and play a key role in reducing GP workload. Patients can access FCPs directly via self-referral or be directed by practice staff.

Main duties of the job:

• To apply, you must be a HCPC and CoP registered Podiatrist with a minimum of five years postgraduate experience, including at least three years of relevant clinical practice aligned with HEE's Roadmap to Practice.
• You should be a confident clinician and communicator who enjoys working with a wide range of colleagues both within Promni Health and across the GP practice multidisciplinary teams you'll be integrated into.
• You should be driven, motivated, and passionate about developing your clinical skills to become the strongest diagnostic clinician you can be.
• You should be adaptable to the fast-paced, evolving nature of primary care and able to rise to the challenges it presents.
• You should be naturally innovative, value the role of digital solutions in healthcare, and enjoy seeking opportunities to improve services and support Promni Health in delivering evidence-based best practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for a complex caseload.
• Progress and request investigations when trained to do so (e.g., X-rays, blood tests) and make referrals to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Develop and utilise your full scope of clinical practice, including skills relating to independent prescribing, injection therapy, and investigations when trained.
• Manage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring to social prescribing where appropriate.
• Deliver programmes of supported self-management that facilitate behavioural change, optimise physical activity, mobility, independence, and minimise reliance on pharmacological interventions.
• Provide care tailored to individual needs, including appraising the impact of clinical status on general health, wellbeing, and employment.
• Support patients to set their own goals and build confidence in self-management.

Key Skills and Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Strong clinical problem solving and analytical skills, including recognising when to refer for diagnostics or to other services.
• Ability to critically reflect on professional development needs and motivation to progress clinically (with support).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work cohesively within a wider team.
• Ability to follow legal, ethical, professional, and organisational policies and codes of conduct.
• Competent with IT systems, databases, and modern digital ways of working.

Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications:

• Fully HCPC and CoP registered practising Podiatrist.
• Minimum 5 years postgraduate clinical experience delivering podiatric assessment and treatment.
• Up to date CPD portfolio demonstrating knowledge of the MSK Core Capabilities Framework for First Contact Practitioners and the four pillars of advanced practice, including identification of developmental needs.
• Up to date understanding of Health Education England's Roadmap to Practice.

Additional Information:

• This role profile is not exhaustive, and you may be asked to undertake other reasonable tasks within the expectations of your position.
• Ensure that your conduct meets the standards detailed in Promni Health's Code of Conduct.
• Safeguard children and adults, acting on concerns to ensure appropriate assessment and investigation.
• Adhere to all Promni Health policies and procedures.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

Promni Health welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments and support throughout the recruitment process. If you need assistance with your application due to a disability or long term health condition, please contact: primarycarefcp.talent@nhs.net.