Podiatrist

The Foot Company; York and North Yorkshire; Sur place; GBP 38 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Foot Company in York is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to join our friendly team. You will perform foot and ankle assessments, diagnose conditions, provide treatments, and manage diabetic foot care with clear documentation.

You will also lead biomechanical assessments, prescribe orthotics, educate patients on foot health, and contribute to service quality improvements while working on-site in a supportive multi-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified podiatrist with registration eligibility and relevant clinical experience.
• Knowledge of biomechanics for gait analysis and assessment planning.
• Experience with orthotics prescription and fitting.
• Competence in diabetes-related foot care including screening and management.
• Strong clinical decision-making, attention to detail and evidence-based practice.

Responsabilités

• Perform comprehensive foot and ankle assessments and provide diagnosis and treatment.
• Prescribe and fit orthotics and manage biomechanical issues.
• Conduct diabetic foot screening and ongoing risk management.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and collaborate with colleagues to optimize patient care.
• Educate patients on foot health, preventative care and treatment plans.
• Support service quality improvement and participate in product recommendations when appropriate.

Connaissances

Podiatry expertise

Biomechanics knowledge

Orthotics fitting

Diabetes foot care

Clinical decision-making

Communication skills

CPD engagement

Formation

Podiatry degree

Description du poste

Company Description

The Foot Company is dedicated to delivering high-quality podiatry treatments on the local high street in a modern, clean, and welcoming environment. The team focuses on excellent patient satisfaction, aiming to be the preferred foot care provider for multiple generations of families and friends. Using the latest treatment modalities and carefully selected foot care products, the clinic supports improved patient outcomes and long-term foot health. Staff continually expand their clinical knowledge and skills to ensure access to current best practices and evidence-based care. This commitment to ongoing professional development creates a progressive and supportive workplace for podiatrists.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Podiatrist role based in York. The Podiatrist will provide comprehensive foot and ankle assessments, diagnose conditions, and deliver appropriate treatments, including routine podiatry care, nail and skin procedures, and wound management. Day-to-day responsibilities include biomechanical assessments, orthotic prescription and fitting, and diabetic foot screening and ongoing management. The role involves maintaining accurate clinical records, collaborating with colleagues to optimize patient care, and educating patients on foot health, preventative care, and treatment plans. The Podiatrist will also contribute to service quality improvement and may support the selection and recommendation of foot care products that complement clinical treatments.

Qualifications

• Clinical expertise in Podiatry with solid grounding in Medicine relevant to foot and ankle care.
• Knowledge of Biomechanics for gait analysis, musculoskeletal assessments, and treatment planning.
• Experience with Orthotics including assessment, prescription, and fitting of custom and prefabricated devices.
• Competence in Diabetes-related foot care, including screening, risk assessment, and ongoing management.
• Recognized degree in Podiatry and eligibility for registration with the appropriate professional regulatory body.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills, attention to detail, and commitment to evidence-based practice.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with diverse patient groups and multidisciplinary teams.
• Willingness to engage in continuous professional development and training in modern podiatry techniques and therapies.