Podiatrist

NMC Healthcare; Sharjah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Sharjah is looking for a qualified Podiatrist to deliver comprehensive foot care. Responsibilities include diagnosing and treating foot conditions, prescribing orthotics, and ensuring high-quality patient outcomes. The ideal candidate possesses a degree in Podiatry and relevant licensing, alongside strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• Current license in country of origin with MOH license to practice in Sharjah.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes.
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat foot and lower limb disorders.
• Prescribe and fit orthotics and other aids.
• Provide treatment for high-risk patient groups.

Skills

Orthopedics

Cryotherapy

Electro surgery

Exercise therapies

Foot health education

Education

Graduate in Podiatry

Job description

• As a Podiatrist will be responsible for carrying out below mentioned responsibilities:Prescription medications.
  Orthopedics
  Cryotherapy
  Electro surgery
  Ultrasonic
  Specialized dressing
  Exercise therapies
  Assess, diagnose and treat abnormalities and diseases related the foot and lower limb in people of all ages.
  Provide treatment of high-risk patient group such as the elderly and those with increased risk of amputation.
  Give advice and make referrals as appropriate.
  Use therapeutic and surgical techniques to treat foot and lower leg issues (e.g. carrying out nail and soft tissue surgery using local anesthetic)
  Prescribe, produce and fit orthotics and other aids and appliances.
  Deliver foot health education.
  Understand the mechanics of body in order to preserve, restore and develop movement.
  Work with people in sports to address sports-related injuries to legs and feet.
  Use a range of equipment’s including surgical instruments, dressing, treatment tables, orthotic (inner sole) material, lasers, grinders, shaping equipment, X Ray and video gait-analysis equipment (which allows for analysis of patients walking or running problems)
  Comply with all OSH and infection control policies, standards and procedures and corporate with Hospital Management to comply those requirements.
  Work accordance with the documented OSH procedures and instructions, specific responsibilities.
  Be familiar with emergency and evacuation procedures.
  Notify OSH hazards, incidents, near and issues and assistance with preparation of risk assessments, incident reports.
  Comply with waste management procedures and policies.
  Attend applicable OSH/ Infection Control training programs, mock drills and awareness programs.
  Use of appropriate personal protective equipment’s and safety systems.
  

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved College or University in Podiatry.
• Current license in country of origin with MOH license to practice in Sharjah, U.A.E.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality outcomes and ability to consult with staff regarding continuous improvement.
• Sound computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.