Podiatrist

Tan Tock Seng Hospital; Novena; On-site; NOK 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Vestland, Norway, is seeking a qualified Podiatrist to provide comprehensive Podiatry services. The ideal candidate will assess and treat various foot conditions and manage wound care, working closely with a multi-disciplinary team. A degree in Podiatry is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to assess, diagnose and treat foot conditions.
• Knowledge in prescribing footwear and orthotics.
• Experience in wound management and treatments.

Responsibilities

• Provide Podiatry services in a multi-disciplinary setting.
• Conduct risk assessments and perform nail avulsions under local anaesthesia.

Education

Degree in Podiatry

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The role of the Podiatrist is to provide Podiatry services within a multi-disciplinary setting. The Podiatrist is able to assess, diagnose and treat common conditions for:

• Ingrown toenails, fungal nails, conditions that affect the skin of the foot such as callus, corns, and verrucae
• Biomechanical foot related problems; prescribe footwear, orthotics, offloading devices, stretches and taping
• Management of wounds below the ankle; conduct wound debridement, maggot therapy, prescribe vac therapy and wound dressing selection

Staff who is certified by an Orthopaedic Surgeon can carry out risk assessments for surgery and to perform Partial or Total Nail Avulsions under local anaesthesia.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Degree in Podiatry