Podiatrist Band 5 inDewsbury inDewsbury PUBLISHED MON 9 DEC 2024

Band 5: Depending on experience BANK
NHS

Locala Health and Wellbeing r8zRZqwN

Diversity and Inclusion, Work within an organization that celebrates diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds, ensuring a rich and inclusive workplace culture.

Community Impact, Be part of a service that responds to local needs and opinions, contributing to the health and wellbeing of over 400,000 people in the community.

Flexibility, Enjoy flexible working opportunities, promoting a work-life balance that accommodates personal and professional needs.

Employee Ownership, Experience a unique work environment where staff have a say in how the organization is run, allowing for greater engagement and job satisfaction.

Career Development, Access to resources and support for personal and professional growth within a high-quality healthcare service.

Local Access, Benefit from working in the heart of West Yorkshire with proximity to beautiful natural landscapes and major cities, enhancing the experience of both work and leisure.

The "Podiatrist Band 5" position at Locala Health and Wellbeing in Dewsbury involves providing high-quality podiatric care to the communities of North and South Kirklees, including areas such as Greater Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Batley, and Cleckheaton. The service emphasises community-based and domiciliary visits, focusing on routine care while adhering to established treatment plans. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to follow treatment protocols effectively.

Locala Health and Wellbeing values diversity and inclusion within its workforce, encouraging applicants from varying backgrounds. As a staff-owned Community Interest Company, Locala is committed to delivering equitable healthcare, allowing employees to participate in shaping service delivery and ensuring that the needs of local populations are met. The organisation promotes flexible working opportunities and prioritizes a supportive work environment.

Locala Health and Wellbeing embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from people from all backgrounds with our ambition to have a workforce that represents the wider communities we live and work within, which you can support us to achieve.

We are an organisation that celebrates and values the individuality of our colleagues lived experiences and can adapt accordingly, recognising the value inclusivity brings when delivering equitable, high quality healthcare to our local communities. Where everyone feels valued, has the ability to develop, has flexible working opportunities, with a sense of belonging, supported by our Inclusivity Groups.

Locala is a Disability Confident employer and as such any disabled applicants who meets all the essential criteria are guaranteed to be invited to the assessment process.

Be part of our success story and contribute to our bright future. Locala Community Partnerships is a Community Interest Company (CIC), an independent, not for profit social enterprise providing NHS services to over 400,000 people in and around Kirklees in the heart of West Yorkshire. Locala is staff owned with members that have a say in how the organisation is run.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a service that represents local needs and opinions and as a member you can have a say in how this happens. Our vision to deliver excellent quality healthcare closer to home is at the heart of everything we do and every decision we make.

Locala Community Partnerships is situated in the heart of West Yorkshire with easy access to the Pennines, Dales and Peak District, as well as major cities e.g. Leeds and Manchester.

Locala Podiatry Service provides high quality Podiatric care to the population of North and South Kirklees which includes Greater Huddersfield, Dewsbury, Batley and Cleckheaton. The service is delivered in the community settings and in the patients home.

The role requires a motivated and enthusiastic person to work within the service as needed. It would mainly encompass routine care and domiciliary visits. You would be expected to be able to follow a treatment plan, offer advice and be able to communicate effectively.

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To work as a Band 5 Podiatrist in the UK, you will need a combination of educational qualifications, clinical skills, interpersonal skills, and understanding of professional responsibilities. Here are the key skills and qualifications typically required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Degree in Podiatry: You must have a degree in podiatry that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

2. HCPC Registration: You need to be registered with the HCPC to practice as a podiatrist in the UK.

Clinical Skills:

1. Assessment and Diagnosis: Ability to assess and diagnose a variety of foot and lower limb conditions.

2. Treatment Techniques: Proficiency in treatments such as nail care, wound care, orthotic prescription, and disease management, including diabetes-related foot care.

3. Surgical Skills: Basic understanding of surgical procedures related to podiatry, if applicable.

4. Infection Control: Knowledge of and adherence to infection control protocols.

Interpersonal Skills:

1. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Ability to provide empathetic care and support to patients regarding their conditions.

3. Teamwork: Collaboration with other healthcare professionals, including physiotherapists and orthopedic surgeons.

Personal Attributes:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in clinical assessment and treatment planning.

2. Problem-Solving: Ability to think critically and make decisions based on clinical assessments.

3. Time Management: Efficiently manage your time and prioritize tasks effectively.

Professional Development:

1. Continuing Professional Development (CPD): Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development as required by the HCPC.

Knowledge:

1. Understanding of Anatomy and Physiology: Solid grasp of lower limb anatomy and physiology.

2. Health Policies and Guidelines: Familiarity with current health policies, guidelines, and best practices relevant to podiatry and patient care.

Technical Skills:

1. IT Skills: Competence in using electronic health records and other healthcare technologies.

2. Equipment Handling: Knowledge of how to use various podiatric tools and equipment safely and effectively.

Podiatrist Band 5 inDewsbury inDewsbury PUBLISHED MON 9 DEC 2024

Locala Health and Wellbeing r8zRZqwN

About us For more details about the duties and responsibilities for this role, please refer to the attached job description.

About us
For more details about the duties and responsibilities for this role, please refer to the attached job description.