Bank B6 Podiatrist ONW Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading community healthcare organization in London seeks a skilled Podiatrist to provide high-quality care. You'll work collaboratively with a team, assess and diagnose patients, and implement tailored treatment plans. The role offers flexible working options and comprehensive training, making it ideal for dedicated healthcare professionals.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and local training

Single occupancy accommodation in Central London

Support with gaining a driving license

Car lease scheme

Flexible working options

Annual travel card loan

Career development and training

Qualifications

• Autonomous assessment and diagnosis of patients with podiatric conditions.
• Create tailored treatment plans for diverse patient groups.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and supervise podiatry services delivered by support staff.
• Liaise with Specialist Clinicians as necessary.
• Maintain accurate patient records.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Collaboration

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

1. To work in collaboration with a team of Podiatrists and other healthcare professionals, organizations, and agencies to ensure seamless and high-quality care for all patients.
2. To monitor, supervise, and delegate podiatry services delivered by support staff, including junior clinicians and Podiatry Assistants, and to mentor students during placements.
3. To liaise with and refer to the direction of Specialist Clinicians when necessary and appropriate.
4. Ensure that policies, procedures, clinical governance arrangements, and lines of accountability are in place, well communicated, and ensure safe clinical service delivery.
5. To be aware of and act in accordance with the Trust’s clinical and organizational policies and guidelines.
6. To adhere to the HCPC Code of Conduct, Standards, and Guidelines, working within the codes of professional practice.
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in a timely manner.
8. Maintain personal knowledge and credibility as a practitioner.

About Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH):

CLCH is one of the largest community healthcare organizations in London and Hertfordshire, serving diverse communities across 11 London Boroughs and Hertfordshire.

We offer:

• Comprehensive induction and local training
• Single occupancy accommodation in Central London (support with finding accommodation and deposits)
• Support with gaining a driving license (*T&C’s apply)
• Car lease scheme (*T&C’s apply)
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Career development and training

Details of benefits can be found here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Diversity and Inclusion:

CLCH values diversity and is committed to equality. Applications are welcome from all backgrounds. We actively promote BAME and LGBTQI networks and adhere to the workforce race equality standard.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Autonomously assess and diagnose patients with a range of medical and podiatric conditions using appropriate techniques and tools, including lesion debridement, local anesthesia, nail surgery, and caustics.
2. Create and implement tailored treatment plans for diverse patient groups, including high-risk and at-risk categories.
3. Recommend limited prescription medicines.
4. Recognize and refer urgent or complex cases to appropriate services.
5. Deliver care in various settings, including clinics and patients' homes.
6. Engage patients and carers in treatment planning, negotiations, and education on self-care.
7. Evaluate treatment outcomes and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.
8. Implement service discharge policies for patients not meeting treatment access criteria.

This advert closes on Friday 30 May 2025.