Podiatrist

NHG Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodlands Hospital (WH) invites applications for a Podiatrist to assess, treat, and manage a wide range of foot conditions, from toenail issues to diabetic-related foot problems. You will work within an allied health team to deliver patient-centred care.

The role emphasises preventative foot care, custom insoles, and guidance on appropriate footwear to improve mobility and quality of life for patients in the community.

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Podiatry.
• Certificate in Local Anaesthesia.
• Professional License.
• Member of the Podiatry Association (Singapore).

Responsibilities

• Assess, treat, and manage a variety of foot conditions.
• Provide preventative foot care education to patients.
• Advise on accommodative measures such as custom made insoles and footwear.

Skills

Manual handling of patients

Infection control awareness

Education

Recognised degree in Podiatry

Certificate in Local Anaesthesia

Professional License

Member of the Podiatry Association (Singapore)

Job description

JOB PURPOSE
Woodlands Hospital (WH) envisions personalised and quality healthcare for the community of the future. It will co-develop and integrate services with community stakeholders and extend care beyond the hospital into the community and homes.

The Podiatrist is an Allied Health Professional (AHP) who assesses, treats, and manages a variety of foot conditions. Podiatrists see dermatological conditions ranging from ingrown toenails to corns and calluses. Lower limb complications arising from medical conditions such as diabetes, arthritic conditions, also managed by Podiatrists, are further addressed by preventative foot care education, accommodative measures such as custom made insoles and advice on corrective footwear.

Job Requirements

• Recognised degree in Podiatry
• Should have relevant recognised certificate in Local Anaesthesia
• Professional License
• Relevant membership - Member of the Podiatry Association (Singapore)
• Abnormal working conditions
• Manual handling of patients
• Exposure to infectious diseases
• Risk of pricks from needles and cuts from sharps