Podiatrist Apprentice | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 27 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | per annum incl. HCA |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 July 2024 |
| Location: | London, SE1 3GG |
| Company: | Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 6411808/196-LIS8611 |
Summary
We are seeking a motivated individual to join our Foot Health/Podiatry team as a Podiatry Apprentice. This unique opportunity allows you to earn a degree (BSc) while gaining valuable hands-on experience.
About the Apprenticeship
• Duration:4 years
• Location:On-the-job learning within our service, with 1-day release to the University of East London (UEL) per week for coursework and clinical placements.
• Academic Partner:University of East London (UEL), Stratford campus
• Start Date:September 2024
• Support:On-the-job mentorship, peer support through the Guys & St Thomas AHP Apprenticeship Forum, and a dedicated Personal Tutor from UEL.
• Career Pathway:Graduates are eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to become Registered Podiatrists.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide patient care under the supervision of a Podiatrist, adhering to clinical protocols.
• Actively participate in multi-disciplinary patient care meetings.
• Assist with non-clinical and administrative tasks as needed.
• Attend university sessions and clinical placements as required by the degree program.
• Successfully complete academic modules and clinical placements to progress through the program.
• Take on increasing responsibility as you gain experience, with guidance from a work-based mentor and team lead.
Further Information
For a detailed description of the role and its requirements, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.
• To attend University and clinical placements as set out in the degree programme.
• To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard in order to progress through the programme.
• To ensure timely achievement in accordance with the academic programme requirements.
• To complete and pass the End Point Assessment
• To organise and manage a clinical caseload, mapped against evolving capability, which will include gaining knowledge and experience of providing Podiatry care for patients with a variety of conditions (including diabetes, musculoskeletal, rheumatological and vascular conditions).
• To gain knowledge and skills (analytical and reasoning) to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individualised treatment programmes for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs encompassing both acute & long-term conditions
• To empower the patient and others to participate in the patients’ self-care and aim to enhance person-centred care.
• To gain experience during the period of the apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas for example diabetic outpatients, vascular, community outpatients, rheumatology and musculoskeletal, and domiciliary / home visits.
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider, employing nearly 11,000 staff and serving 900,000 patients annually. The Trust encompasses two historic London teaching hospitals renowned for their medical advancements and innovation.
As a member of King's Health Partners Academic Health Sciences Centre (AHSC), a unique collaboration among a top research university and three NHS Foundation Trusts, Guy's and St Thomas' benefits from a network of seven hospitals, over 150 community services, and a vast pool of expertise.
King's Health Partners, one of five AHSCs in the UK, combines groundbreaking research, clinical excellence, and world-class teaching to deliver transformative advancements in healthcare. For more information, visit www.kingshealthpartners.org.
As a Podiatry Apprentice, you will balance academic study with practical clinical experience. You'll attend university courses and clinical placements, complete academic modules and placements to progress, and pass the End Point Assessment. You'll manage a diverse caseload of patients, gaining experience in assessing, diagnosing, and treating various foot conditions. You will empower patients to participate in their care, and you'll work in various clinical settings, such as diabetic outpatients and home visits.
Your patient care responsibilities will involve providing care within your competencies under the guidance of a Podiatrist. You'll assess and diagnose patients, formulate care plans, carry out treatments, and monitor patient progress. You will educate patients and their carers, contribute to the clinical team, and participate in joint visit sessions. You'll also promote the value of podiatry, carry out risk assessments, and maintain accurate patient records. Additionally, you'll be involved in audit activities, plan your workload, manage resources, and participate in education and supervision activities.
Effective communication will be essential in your role, as you'll work with other staff, community members, and patients. You'll attend meetings, liaise with administrative staff, and maintain positive interpersonal relationships. You'll report to podiatrists or mentors and ensure confidential information is handled sensitively.
The work can be physically demanding and involve emotional situations, requiring empathy and resilience. You'll need to manage your time effectively and seek support when needed.
This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Jul 2024