At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality podiatric care and manage a varied caseload in community settings.
- Company: Join a dynamic community podiatry team in Brighton.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Supportive environment with potential to supervise students and grow your skills.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: HCPC registered Podiatrist with experience in wound care and patient assessments.
The predicted salary is between 25 - 31 £ per hour.
Location: Brighton
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 weeks initially with option to extend
Hourly Rate: £25-31
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:30
Job Overview
Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Podiatrist to work in Brighton. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a busy community podiatry team, providing high-quality care to patients with a range of podiatric needs across Brighton & Hove. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload including wound care, ulcer management, high-risk foot care, and new patient assessments. There may also be opportunities to support the supervision of BSc and MSc Podiatry students within the University of Brighton clinical environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver assessment and treatment for high-risk, routine, and diabetic foot patients.
- Provide wound care and ulcer management in community clinic settings.
- Conduct new patient assessments and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Undertake occasional domiciliary visits and travel between satellite clinics.
- Support the education and supervision of podiatry students where required.
Qualifications and Experience
- HCPC registered Podiatrist.
- Experience in wound care and ulcer management.
- Experience managing high-risk and routine podiatry patients.
- Competence in new patient assessments and treatment planning.
- Experience managing diabetic patients (desirable).
- SystmOne experience and a valid NHS Smartcard (essential).
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business insurance.
- Willingness to travel between community clinic locations.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please let us know as early as possible. We are committed to providing the support you need throughout your journey with us.
International Recruitment Notice
Please note that we are unable to accept applications from individuals residing in countries listed on the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the International Recruitment of Health and Social Care Personnel in England, as defined by the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
Locum Band 6/7 Podiatrist - Sussex in Brighton employer: Pulse
Pulse is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and professional development of its staff, offering flexible working hours that cater to a work-life balance. With a strong commitment to high-impact care in a supportive environment, employees have access to continuous training and growth opportunities, making it an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in healthcare while making a meaningful difference in patient lives.
