Band 5 Podiatrist — Flexible Hours & Growth in NHS Podiatry

North Cumbria Integrated Care Nhs Foundation Trust; Uldale; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday scheme 27-33 days

Flexible working

NHS Discounts

Salary sacrifice schemes

Development opportunities

NHS Pension

Vivup support

Job summary

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 podiatrist to deliver comprehensive podiatric care across North Cumbria. You will be supported by a robust preceptorship/induction, work within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to improving patient outcomes.

The role offers opportunities to develop skills through close links with diabetic foot and MSK services, with a strong emphasis on learning, teamwork and service improvement within a valued NHS environment.

Qualifications

• Degree or working toward a qualification in Podiatric Medicine (Essential).
• HCPC registration (Essential).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive assessments to inform personalised care plans.
• Triage, screen, diagnose and treat podiatric conditions including high-risk foot and nail surgery.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based treatment plans within scope of practice.
• Evaluate progress and adjust treatments as needed.
• Follow wound care and digital record-keeping protocols.
• Escalate complex cases to senior podiatrist when appropriate.
• Prioritise foot and medical problems and refer to other services when needed.

Skills

Podiatric medicine knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Podiatric Medicine

HCPC registration

Job description

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 5 podiatrist to deliver comprehensive podiatric care across North Cumbria. You will be supported by a robust preceptorship/induction, work within a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to improving patient outcomes.

The role offers opportunities to develop skills through close links with diabetic foot and MSK services, with a strong emphasis on learning, teamwork and service improvement within a valued NHS environment.