Podiatrist

National Healthcare Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Singapore seeks a qualified professional to provide podiatric care, including treatment for foot-related issues and comprehensive assessments for high-risk diabetic patients. The role involves collaboration with medical practitioners and contributing to educational initiatives. Candidates should be committed to patient care and improvement in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide podiatric care and short-term treatment for foot-related issues.
• Utilize clinical skills for wound care and assessments of diabetic patients.
• Conduct vascular and neurological assessments when necessary.
• Collaborate with medical practitioners and maintain accurate patient records.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide podiatric care and short-term treatment for foot-related issues (e.g., corns, calluses, mild ingrowing nails).
• Utilize clinical skills for wound care, general diabetic and musculoskeletal feet assessments, and manage high-risk diabetic patients.
• Handle a clinical caseload and cover other polyclinic locations as needed.
• Conduct vascular and neurological assessments, when necessary.
• Collaborate with medical practitioners for a multidisciplinary approach and maintain accurate patient records.

Education, Research/Improvement and Administration

• Conduct talks and seminars on podiatry topics.
• Engage in continuing education and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with administrative duties and collaborate with other healthcare professionals in service planning.