Nail Surgery Lead Podiatrist: Clinical Leadership Role

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust; Paignton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is seeking a Nail Surgery Lead Podiatrist to provide clinical leadership in specialist nail surgery for podiatry patients. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload, mentor students, and coordinate care with other health professionals. Essential qualifications include being a registered podiatrist with relevant postgraduate experience and a local anaesthetic administration certificate. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to staff training and patient education.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and hold a current local anaesthetic administration certificate.
• Proven relevant postgraduate experience in the NHS, specializing in nail surgery.
• Experience of protocol and guideline development and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional clinical leadership for staff in podiatric nail surgery.
• Manage a caseload and provide specialist podiatric interventions.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Ability to work in a team

Ability to provide day-to-day supervision and delegation to support staff

Education

Registered Podiatrist with the Health and Care Professions Council

Certificate in administration of local anaesthetic

Mentorship qualification

Job description

A leading NHS Foundation Trust in the UK is seeking a Nail Surgery Lead Podiatrist to provide clinical leadership in specialist nail surgery for podiatry patients. The ideal candidate will manage a caseload, mentor students, and coordinate care with other health professionals. Essential qualifications include being a registered podiatrist with relevant postgraduate experience and a local anaesthetic administration certificate. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to staff training and patient education.