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We are looking for Band 6 Podiatrist to join our growing dynamic team at Guys & St. Thomas' Hospital. These posts are hospital based at Guys and St Thomas'.
The post will involve wound care management and treatment of the high risk foot. The suitable candidate should be self-motivated and have a broad range of post-graduate clinical experience.
Patient care takes place in both out and in-patient setting.
You will be working within a team and must have good communication skills.
There will be supervision and mentoring from colleagues for continual CPD. In addition regular team meeting updates on Department and Trust positions.
Main duties of the job
Candidate will be managing a high risk caseload and working closely within a multi disciplinary team and using a range of advanced wound techniques in both in-patient and out-patients settings. There will be a 2 day rotational element for treating MSK patients
Candidate must be highly motivated and and should be able to cope with clinical emergencies in a pressurised environment.
You will be supervising junior staff and be involved in teaching, taking part in audit / research
The successfully candidate is required to be able to demonstrate Trust Valves, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Guys & St. Thomas' Foundation trust.
Person specification
Skills
Essential
- Able to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Able to communicate clinical knowledge effectively with colleagues and patients
- At least 3 years Post graduate experience in the NHS
Desirable
- Experience of supervising and training others
- Experience of clinical audit
Experience
Essential
- Experience of treating high risk caseload
- Experience in assessing patients with a range of medical conditions
- Able to demonstrate effective clinical reasoning in developing care pathways and treatment plans
Desirable
- Experience in advance wound care techniques
- Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
Knowledge/Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Podiatry
- HCPC registration
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This advert is for Senior Podiatrist - Acute Specialist with Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London, London, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Podiatrist role. The advertised salary is £47,951 - £56,863 p.a. inc HCA. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 11 Aug 2026.
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