podiatrist

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Manchester; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) invites podiatrists to join a role focused on prevention, self-help strategies and patient-centred care in community clinics and home settings in Manchester.

The post develops lifelong skills, requires resilience and collaboration with a supportive team, and offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload with senior colleagues for high‑risk feet.

Qualifications

• Member of the Royal College of Podiatry (or equivalent body) and evidence of NHS experience
• Minimum 12 months post graduate experience working as a podiatrist.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of patients and set goals with your patients.
• Develop and implement care plans using a variety of treatment modalities.
• Signpost to health care and self-management advice; safety netting feet at high risk.
• Coordinate with other services and work within a supportive team in community clinics and home settings.
• Plan and manage your own caseload, with oversight from senior colleagues for specialist care.

Education

Member of the Royal College of Podiatry

Minimum 12 months post graduate experience working as a podiatrist

Job description

We are looking for podiatrists with a keen interest in NHS health care where prevention and self help strategies is key to foot health and general health and wellbeing. If you are interested in working in a supportive team environment, developing life long skills in the management of a diverse caseload where patients have high risk health conditions, we would like to hear from you. You need to show resilience, initiative and an aptitude for patient-centred, structured care planning with empathetic communication skills, including reviewing of caseload and discharging patients., This is not an exhaustive list, please refer to job description. Undertake comprehensive assessments of patients; goal setting with your patients; implement care plans including utilizing a variety of treatment modalities; signposting to health care and self-management advice; safety netting patients with feet at high risk; correspond with other services; work as part of a supportive team. This post requires a podiatrist who will work as part of the team providing a high standard of clinical care in community clinic and home settings. The post holder will be expected to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individualized programs of care for patients with a wide variety of clinical needs. The post holder will also be expected to plan and manage their own caseload and work closely with senior colleagues in providing specialist care for patients with high foot risk.

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role.

This is a development post (band 5 to band 6) and would suit podiatrists already working in the NHS at band 5 level and a minimum of 12 month post graduate experience working as a podiatrist.

• Member of the Royal College of Podiatry (or equivalent body), Provide evidence of relevant NHS experience
• Minimum 12 months post graduate experience working as a podiatrist.

  Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - a great place to shape your career. With a workforce of over 30,000 colleagues, we work together to deliver exceptional care to more than 1 million people every year. Behind every patient cared for are people like you - keeping services running smoothly, supporting clinical teams, and helping create safe, welcoming environments for patients and our people alike. At MFT, we believe in the power of teamwork, respect, and inclusion. Our People Plan reflects our commitment to making MFT a place where everyone feels they belong, where your ideas are heard, and your contribution is truly valued. Join us and work smarter with our digital technology and thrive in a collaborative culture that empowers you to deliver your best to ensure that your work behind the scenes creates seamless, high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow, we offer clear pathways for development and a culture that supports your wellbeing, ambition, and success. Everything you do makes a real difference to the lives of others. At MFT, your role matters, your impact is real, and you're part of something bigger from day one.

  As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.