Senior/Podiatrist - National University Polyclinics

national university health services group pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National University Health Services Group Pte. Ltd. is seeking a podiatry clinician to assess, diagnose, and implement treatments for foot and lower limb problems in a primary care setting.

You will treat a broad spectrum of patients, from corns and calluses to high-risk diabetic foot ulcers, and may prescribe custom-made orthoses. You will educate patients and families on preventive foot care and participate in talks related to foot health.

Qualifications

• Degree in Podiatry from a recognized university.
• Registration with the relevant governing body, if applicable.
• Ability to work well independently in a challenging environment alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to demonstrate sound clinical knowledge, reasoning, and decision making.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and implement treatments for foot and lower limb problems in a primary care setting.
• Treat a broad spectrum of patients from corns and calluses to diabetic foot ulcers.
• Prescribe custom-made foot orthoses where indicated.
• Educate patients and families on preventive foot care and long-term management.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and provide guidance to trainees and students.

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor in Podiatry

Job description

You will assess, diagnose, and implement treatments for a range of problems related to the foot and lower limbs in the primary care setting. Using your specialist skills, you will treat a broad spectrum of patients ranging from low-risk foot conditions such as corns, calluses, and pathological nail conditions, musculoskeletal cases to high-risk diabetic foot ulcers. You will also be involved in the prescription of custom-made foot orthoses. In addition, you will educate patients and family members or caregivers on preventive foot care and the continued treatment of disorders, and conduct talks relating to foot care. You will also contribute towards continuous quality improvement in the department and provide guidance to trainees and students.

Requirements

• Degree in Podiatry from a recognized university.
• Registration with the relevant governing body of this profession, if applicable.
• Ability to work well independently in a challenging environment alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to demonstrate and articulate sound clinical knowledge and reasoning, critical thinking, judgement, and decision-making in the provision of care.
• A patient-focused individual with a genuine desire to make a difference in community healthcare
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and travel to different polyclinics in the West.
• An individual with a passion for a healthcare career and who is inspired to move ahead despite challenges.You will assess, diagnose, and implement treatments for a range of problems related to the foot and lower limbs in the primary care setting. Using your specialist skills, you will treat a broad spectrum of patients ranging from low-risk foot conditions such as corns, calluses, and pathological nail conditions, musculoskeletal cases to high-risk diabetic foot ulcers. You will also be involved in the prescription of custom-made foot orthoses. In addition, you will educate patients and family members or caregivers on preventive foot care and the continued treatment of disorders, and conduct talks relating to foot care. You will also contribute towards continuous quality improvement in the department and provide guidance to trainees and students.

Requirements

• Degree in Podiatry from a recognized university.
• Registration with the relevant governing body of this profession, if applicable.
• Ability to work well independently in a challenging environment alongside a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to demonstrate and articulate sound clinical knowledge and reasoning, critical thinking, judgement, and decision-making in the provision of care.
• A patient-focused individual with a genuine desire to make a difference in community healthcare
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and travel to different polyclinics in the West.
• An individual with a passion for a healthcare career and who is inspired to move ahead despite challenges.