Band 6 Podiatrist

NHS; Oxford; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization is seeking a dedicated Podiatrist to provide essential foot care services across Oxfordshire. This long-term placement allows for substantial patient interaction, enhancing mobility and overall health. Ideal candidates will possess a BSc in Podiatry or equivalent, with a focus on specialist wound care, and be eager to advance their career within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Access to flexible shifts

Learning and development opportunities

Paid annual leave

Wellbeing resources

Qualifications

• BSc Podiatry or equivalent qualifications are necessary.
• Current HCPC registration and proven professional development required.
• Specialist wound care knowledge is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage primary care for patients with foot health issues.
• Manage a caseload and collaborate with healthcare professionals.
• Deliver patient care with significant impact on mobility and quality of life.

Skills

Wound care knowledge

Patient assessment

Communication

Education

BSc Podiatry or equivalent

HCPC registration

Job description

Location: Podiatry Departments/Health Centres across Oxfordshire

Ward: Podiatry

Pay Rates: £22.99 per hour

Shift Patterns: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours, with extended hours available

Why might this job interest you?

Are you passionate about advancing in the field of podiatry? Oxford Health NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Podiatrist for a long-term placement contract. The role involves delivering excellent care from heel to toe, with an opportunity to make a significant impact on patients' mobility and quality of life. If you're ready to step into a role that values your expertise, we want to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Assess, diagnose, and manage primary care for patients with at-risk foot health status, including circulatory and neurological deficiencies, tissue viability issues, gait anomalies (through biomechanical assessment and orthoses prescription/manufacture), and onychocryptosis (using local anaesthetics and surgery).

Manage an identified caseload of patients and liaise with other healthcare professionals.

About us

At NHS Professionals, we operate England's largest NHS staff bank, helping thousands of NHS workers find better career opportunities, flexible shifts, and improve work-life balance across our partner Trusts.

Career Progression: Access to learning and development opportunities to take on new roles and challenges.

Work-life Balance: Flexible shifts, committed hours, wellbeing resources, and paid annual leave.

Opportunity & Access: Work across over 50 NHS Trusts, offering flexibility in how and where you work.

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for detailed duties and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Travel

Qualifications

• BSc Podiatry (or equivalent, e.g., Diploma in Podiatric Medicine or overseas qualification with equivalent BSc experience).
• HCPC registration and evidence of ongoing professional development.

Experience

• Specialist wound care knowledge for treating and managing high-risk and ulcerated foot conditions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.