NHS Band 7 Podiatrist - Vascular and Wound Care

Jarrodean Healthcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking NHS Trust's Community Podiatry team as a Podiatrist specializing in Vascular and Wound Care. This full-time role offers flexibility, including part-time options and remote admin work. You will lead in timely assessments and interventions while supervising and educating team members. With a commitment to ongoing training and support, this position provides an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment. Enjoy the benefits of working with a top-rated NHS employer, including flexible working options and a comprehensive induction program, all while making a significant impact in community healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction program

Ongoing training and support

Flexible working options

Season ticket loan

Support for driving licence and car lease scheme

Referral bonus of £500

Qualifications

• Qualified Podiatrist with full HCPC registration and 4+ years experience.
• Experience in Vascular/Wound Care with high-risk caseload.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical specialist for high-risk vascular pathway assessments.
• Provide clinical supervision and educational opportunities for team.

Skills

Vascular Care

Wound Care

Clinical Supervision

Educational Training

Biomechanics

Education

Qualified Podiatrist

Certificate in Local Anaesthesia

Tools

Driving Licence

Job description

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and Vascular & Wound Care-experienced Podiatrists to join our NHS Trust's Community Podiatry team based at eight clinic settings across Hertfordshire.
This is currently a full-time permanent post, but the employer is willing to consider a part-time hours opportunity or the following flexible opportunities: job-share, term-time, school hours, or compressed working week.
Hours are currently weekdays with the option of a Saturday to suit the employee.
Administration hours of approx two half days/one full day can be worked from home, by agreement.
Rated Good by CQC and ranked among the top NHS employers, this Trust is one of the largest Community Organisations.

Reporting to the Band 8 Manager, you will:

1. be the clinical specialist for the high risk and lower limb vascular pathway ensuring timely assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and escalation based on risk and requirement;
2. be involved in and lead on woundcare collaboration, innovation, planning, and case management;
3. provide supportive clinical supervision and line management of other Podiatry team members;
4. provide upskilling and educational opportunities in line with national guidance, clinical excellence, and trust policies.

To note:
There is no diabetic caseload in this service; the workload comprises Biomechanics, wound-care, and nail-surgery clinics. There are no home visits; all work is undertaken in NHS Clinic sites in Harpenden, St Albans, Watford, Rickmansworth, Hemel, Oxey, and Borehamwood, and there is some flexibility as to the more convenient locations.
There is the opportunity to access supported MSc modules: prescribing, training & development, leadership.

Person requirements:

1. Qualified Podiatrist with full HCPC registration;
2. At least four years post-registration practice experience with at least one year in a specific Vascular/Wound Care role working with a high-risk caseload;
3. Certificate in Local Anaesthesia;
4. Current driving licence and access to vehicle (leasing option available as employee benefit).

In addition to full NHS Employee Benefits, this role offers:

1. A comprehensive induction program and a commitment to ongoing training, support, and development in your career;
2. Support gaining your driving licence and car lease scheme;
3. Flexible working options;
4. Season ticket loan.

Jarrodean is a leading UK healthcare recruitment partner to the NHS and Independent Sector with particular expertise in the placement of the full range of Allied Health Professionals, including Podiatrists.
As a nurse-led consultancy, our detailed understanding of the complexity of Podiatry roles places us in an excellent position to match your skills with the specific requirements of our Clinical Recruiting Managers.

For an insight into Jarrodean as a Consultancy and for a summary of all current roles visit jarrodean.com.

If this role is not for you, please remember we offer a generous £500 Bonus for any successful friend or colleague referrals.