Bank Podiatrist

Job overview

East Cheshire Podiatry service provides routine podiatry for high risk patients and specialist services including  wound care, nail surgery, biomechanical assessment and orthotic provision, and a domiciliary service.

The service is offered in variety of settings across a large geographical area, including hospital inpatients, community clinics, health centres and GP surgeries providing a range of advanced clinical foot services to the local population.

We are looking to recruit a Podiatrist to join our East Cheshire NHS Trust Community Podiatry Service.

You must hold a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry or a Diploma in Podiatric Medicine, together with a Certificate in Local Anaesthesia. Evidence of Continued Professional Development is also essential.

Experience of working in the community and NHS is beneficial.

The successful candidate will need to be a team player with excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills. They will also require a positive attitude to personal and professional development.    Travel is an integral part of this post and you must state on your application form how you intend to fulfil this essential requirement.

This position is offered on a Bank basis which is 'as and when' required with no guaranteed hours however it does offer you increased flexibility by selecting shifts to work around your lifestyle.

Hours per week:  BANK

Main duties of the job

The role of a Podiatrist in the Podiatry service is;

To assess, plan and provide the care needs of podiatric patients in a variety of settings

To provide treatment to patients to maintain mobility, independence, tissue viability and relieve discomfort; especially for those patients who are ‘at risk’ because of diabetes, peripheral vascular disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other systemic and localised conditions.

To work as part of a multidisciplinary team, acting as a source of advice for patients, carers, GP’s and other healthcare professionals.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)  Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Due to the terms of a Bank contract, we are unable to meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship for visa purposes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.