Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading NHS Trust as a Diabetes Specialist Podiatrist, dedicated to improving diabetic foot care in Shropshire. This role involves assessing and treating patients with complex needs, working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team, and managing a high-risk caseload. Ideal candidates will be Band 7 Podiatrists with strong communication skills and a passion for patient care.

Qualifications

• Good knowledge of high-risk foot care and diabetes complications.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Highly organized and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Assess and plan treatment for diabetic foot care patients.
• Work within the multidisciplinary diabetes foot team.
• Provide specialist podiatry treatment for active foot disease.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Education

Band 7 level Podiatrist

Job description

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Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, industrious, and flexible Podiatrist to join our progressive team dedicated to improving care for people with diabetes in Shropshire. The role is based within the purpose-built diabetes centre at The Royal Shrewsbury, with a satellite clinic at The Princess Royal Hospital, providing inpatient and outpatient services, including the MDfT service.

Responsibilities

1. Assess, diagnose, and plan treatment for patients with a wide range of clinical and medical needs related to diabetic foot care.
2. Work within the multidisciplinary diabetes foot team to deliver integrated care for outpatients and inpatients with complex diabetes-related foot problems.
3. Provide highly specialist podiatry treatment for patients with active foot disease, including those with acute and chronic wounds, neuropathic, and vascular complications.
4. Contribute to team efforts, demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills, especially in liaising with other healthcare professionals in secondary and primary care.
5. Manage a high-risk caseload autonomously, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.

Candidate Requirements

• Band 7 level Podiatrist with a keen interest in high-risk foot care.
• Good knowledge of the high-risk foot and confident in managing diabetes foot complications.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and eager to contribute positively to the team.

About Us

Join The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, where our passion for excellence drives all we do. We are committed to providing high-quality, safe care in a supportive environment. Our vision is 'To provide excellent care for the communities we serve,' guided by our core values—Partnering, Ambitious, Caring, and Trusted.

Additional Information

For further details or informal visits, contact:

Name: Nichola Beard
Job title: Podiatry Diabetes Lead
Email: [e-mail]