Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, motivated individual who is passionate about providing patient centred care to continue their career in our progressive integrated podiatry team here at Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale (HMR)
Predominately community based you will be expected to provide comprehensive, high quality podiatric care in a variety of locations across Heywood, Middleton and Rochdale's (HMR) Integrated Podiatry service including Rochdale Infirmary.
Our Team is made up mixed skilled Podiatrists and 2 Podiatry Assistants. The service operates across 6 geographical clinic locations within the Heywood / Middleton / Rochdale (HMR) Borough providing a comprehensive Podiatry service for patients with musculoskeletal / biomechanical, diabetic, wound care, vascular foot issues and nail surgery. The service also operates a domiciliary provision which has a strict access criteria.
We have strong links with other disciplines across Diabetology, Vascular Surgery, Microbiology, Radiology and Orthopaedics providing excellent opportunities for developing the successful candidate.
Main duties of the job
Your caseload will include the management of high risk patients which will include a domiciliary caseload, MSK clinics, nail surgery and the management of patients with various other medical conditions. You will also have the opportunity work with inpatients and outpatients as part of our in-reach to Rochdale Infirmary to ensure the delivery of timely and seamless care
Good diagnostic and clinical skills are essential. Organisational, time management and communication skills are also critical to this role. You should have the ability to work on your own as well as part of our friendly team.
There are excellent opportunities to develop your skills with our establishedMSK and high risk teams. These will be supported through a CPD programme and staff appraisal.
About us
Rochdale Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place destined to be different. Rochdale puts co-operation and co-design at the forefront of its health and social care. This is the place with community based integrated care at its heart. Rochdale Infirmary, and the adult and children's community services across Heywood Middleton and Rochdale, consists of professionals from health, social and voluntary sectors. A place leading the way in life-enhancing, integrated care.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk
In line with the Trusts Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone.
Person Specification
Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with HCPC
- Degree or equivalent in qualification in Podiatric Medicine
- Local anaesthesia certificate
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or training
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of routine and high-risk patient care (assessment, diagnosis and treatment/management) e.g. diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, Nail Surgery and wound care.
- Significant post registration NHS experience including experience of working across core clinical areas
- Good knowledge of biomechanics
- Ability to carry out and analyse and interpret results of various assessments within scope of practice
- To be able to work in restricted positions, particularly when carrying out domiciliary visits.
- High levels of concentration during treatment and to be able to deal with unexpected situations (e.g. emergencies).
- Ability to assess new patients and provide appropriate treatment based on individual need of patients and care planning
- Ability to manage own time, prioritise tasks, work independently and under own initiative and multi-task
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Work as a member of a team
- Exercise individual responsibility and judgement.
- Able to adapt to change and resolve problems
- To have good organisational and timekeeping skills
- The ability to work at and travel to various sites throughout Salford and Greater Manchester
Desirable
- Evidence of supervising other staff and students
Person Specification
Registration/Qualifications
Essential
- Registration with HCPC
- Degree or equivalent in qualification in Podiatric Medicine
- Local anaesthesia certificate
Desirable
- Masters level qualification or training
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential
- Broad knowledge of routine and high-risk patient care (assessment, diagnosis and treatment/management) e.g. diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, Nail Surgery and wound care.
- Significant post registration NHS experience including experience of working across core clinical areas
- Good knowledge of biomechanics
- Ability to carry out and analyse and interpret results of various assessments within scope of practice
- To be able to work in restricted positions, particularly when carrying out domiciliary visits.
- High levels of concentration during treatment and to be able to deal with unexpected situations (e.g. emergencies).
- Ability to assess new patients and provide appropriate treatment based on individual need of patients and care planning
- Ability to manage own time, prioritise tasks, work independently and under own initiative and multi-task
- Good organisational and time management skills
- Work as a member of a team
- Exercise individual responsibility and judgement.
- Able to adapt to change and resolve problems
- To have good organisational and timekeeping skills
- The ability to work at and travel to various sites throughout Salford and Greater Manchester
Desirable
- Evidence of supervising other staff and students
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).