Job summary Are you an enthusiastic, hardworking, self-motivated, experienced NHS Podiatrist looking for a change of scenery ? If so, we have an opportunity for you to join our friendly team of Podiatrists at Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS foundation Trust Community Division. This Clinical Specialist Podiatrist post will take place at the community podiatry clinics within the Leigh footprint as well as regular domiciliary visits to residential homes or patients' houses. The role may require travel to all Care Community bases due to service pressures. You will need to be able to work independently and as part of a team, have excellent clinical and communication skills which are essential as you will be providing a quality service to 'High Risk' patients in a variety of settings. The role will involve clinical assessment and treatment of patients referred to the Podiatry department. As this is a Specialist Role you will need to have undertaken mentorship and gained experience in all aspects of podiatry and have developed excellent skills in these areas. You will need to have experience in wound care as this is the greatest proportion of our caseload. NHS experience is preferred. This is a permanent part time role (30 hours) across Monday to Friday. Flexible requests will be considered. Main duties of the job Our podiatry caseload focuses on those who are medically at risk so consequently our patients tend to be complex with a variety of needs. We offer specialist podiatry clinics including Wound Management clinics, Nail Surgery and MSK Podiatry. Work with other teams within the community division and wider neighbourhood to provide seamless care to patients. We require a podiatrist who has excellent communication and assessment skills. About us Choose Well - Choose WWL Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information available by contacting covid-19.vaccinewwl.nhs.uk where you can also ask about how to access vaccinations. Date posted 07 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 302-25-6934986CM Job locations Leigh area The Avenue Leigh WN7 1HR Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Planning and Organisational Duties To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to patients with a variety of medical and podiatric problems. To hold a high risk clinic and high risk domiciliary caseload, working at all times unsupervised and in line with departmental, professional and Trust protocols. To undertake specialist podiatry assessment and wound care clinics following the Diabetes foot care pathway To undertake complex biomechanical assessments and reviews, prescribing appropriate orthotics where indicated To provide a comprehensive podiatry service to people with diabetes and high risk condition including initial assessments, treatment/care planning, preventative, palliative, surgical and corrective care supported by appropriate health education, reviewing and evaluating as necessary. To deliver specific foot care education and advice to patients, relatives and carers. To carry out annual Diabetes assessments in all clinics. To refer on to other health care professionals when appropriate through agreed pathways, e.g. referrals to podiatry assistant, biomechanics service, A&E and secondary care. To carry out nail surgery procedures. To have the capability to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation including the drawing up and administration of adrenalin for anaphylactic shock, if required. To carry out biomechanical assessments. To manufacture and fit chair side appliances e.g. insoles and silicone devices. To follow departmental and Trust policies. To assist in the development and implementation of procedures and guidelines. To follow clinical guidelines but have the discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries where appropriate. To be responsible for the maintenance, rotation and ordering of clinical stock. To carry out clerical duties when necessary. To carry out other duties as required in line with role banding To audit and research areas of diabetes/high risk service in both primary and secondary care as and when required for both Care pathway work and Trust agendas. Communications and Key Working Relationships To work, communicate, and liaise closely with others in the diabetes/high risk multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless and timely interventions for high-risk patients. To provide podiatric health education and health promotion including individual foot health advice to patients/clients, providing advice on specialisms e.g. diabetes where necessary. To lead and participate in group presentations and multi professional training relating to Diabetes care. To effectively communicate with patients complex information such as assessment outcomes and treatment plans with whom understanding may be difficult because of barriers such as old age, infirmity, hearing loss and learning difficulties. Using the spoken and written word and being sensitive to those who are vulnerable or do not have English as their first language. Assisting in the establishment of communication systems with all staff, patients and relatives to promote understanding and good will. To influence and prioritise the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice in self and others. To encourage others to see advice and solutions to problems. Communicate in a manner that is consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Maintaining consistency within standards of patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology systems. To provide and ensure understanding of appropriate health education and clinical information to patients and carers. To liaise effectively with colleagues, other Health Care Professionals and patients, in order to optimise patient care and promote the reputation of the department. This may involve: requesting, receiving and sharing diagnostic tests and results, clinical reports/letters, clinical arrangements, onward referral and professional advice. To maintain accurate treatment records (paper and/or electronic) of all patient consultations and related work carried out at each clinical session. Provide statistical information as required, e.g. Contact figures/DNA rates. To attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings. To ensure that all information relating to clients and staff gained through employment is kept confidential. Responsibility for Finance To be responsible for monitoring stock and the security of that stock. Maintenance of clinical equipment and the reporting of any faults to the appropriate department. Promote effective utilisation of resources Responsibility for Human Resources To delegate appropriate work to, and supervise the podiatry technicians and band 5 staff. To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection of lower grade staff when necessary. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and fulfil appropriate KSF dimensions as identified. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures. To maintain own professional development by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work. Ensure compliance with the Mandatory Training Policy in accordance with Trust Policy. Responsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Responsibility for Teaching & Learning To maintain Registration with Health Professional Council (HCPC) To work with the HCPC Code of Conduct, Trust policies and procedures, and adhere to the Patients Charter. Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to develop new skills and maintain and update existing skills. To participate in Individual Performance Reviews with the Podiatry Team Lead. Job description Job responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Planning and Organisational Duties To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of podiatric care to patients with a variety of medical and podiatric problems. To hold a high risk clinic and high risk domiciliary caseload, working at all times unsupervised and in line with departmental, professional and Trust protocols. To undertake specialist podiatry assessment and wound care clinics following the Diabetes foot care pathway To undertake complex biomechanical assessments and reviews, prescribing appropriate orthotics where indicated To provide a comprehensive podiatry service to people with diabetes and high risk condition including initial assessments, treatment/care planning, preventative, palliative, surgical and corrective care supported by appropriate health education, reviewing and evaluating as necessary. To deliver specific foot care education and advice to patients, relatives and carers. To carry out annual Diabetes assessments in all clinics. To refer on to other health care professionals when appropriate through agreed pathways, e.g. referrals to podiatry assistant, biomechanics service, A&E and secondary care. To carry out nail surgery procedures. To have the capability to perform cardio-pulmonary resuscitation including the drawing up and administration of adrenalin for anaphylactic shock, if required. To carry out biomechanical assessments. To manufacture and fit chair side appliances e.g. insoles and silicone devices. To follow departmental and Trust policies. To assist in the development and implementation of procedures and guidelines. To follow clinical guidelines but have the discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries where appropriate. To be responsible for the maintenance, rotation and ordering of clinical stock. To carry out clerical duties when necessary. To carry out other duties as required in line with role banding To audit and research areas of diabetes/high risk service in both primary and secondary care as and when required for both Care pathway work and Trust agendas. Communications and Key Working Relationships To work, communicate, and liaise closely with others in the diabetes/high risk multidisciplinary teams to provide seamless and timely interventions for high-risk patients. To provide podiatric health education and health promotion including individual foot health advice to patients/clients, providing advice on specialisms e.g. diabetes where necessary. To lead and participate in group presentations and multi professional training relating to Diabetes care. To effectively communicate with patients complex information such as assessment outcomes and treatment plans with whom understanding may be difficult because of barriers such as old age, infirmity, hearing loss and learning difficulties. Using the spoken and written word and being sensitive to those who are vulnerable or do not have English as their first language. Assisting in the establishment of communication systems with all staff, patients and relatives to promote understanding and good will. To influence and prioritise the development of knowledge, ideas and work practice in self and others. To encourage others to see advice and solutions to problems. Communicate in a manner that is consistent with legislation, policies and procedures. Maintaining consistency within standards of patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology systems. To provide and ensure understanding of appropriate health education and clinical information to patients and carers. To liaise effectively with colleagues, other Health Care Professionals and patients, in order to optimise patient care and promote the reputation of the department. This may involve: requesting, receiving and sharing diagnostic tests and results, clinical reports/letters, clinical arrangements, onward referral and professional advice. To maintain accurate treatment records (paper and/or electronic) of all patient consultations and related work carried out at each clinical session. Provide statistical information as required, e.g. Contact figures/DNA rates. To attend and actively contribute to departmental meetings. To ensure that all information relating to clients and staff gained through employment is kept confidential. Responsibility for Finance To be responsible for monitoring stock and the security of that stock. Maintenance of clinical equipment and the reporting of any faults to the appropriate department. Promote effective utilisation of resources Responsibility for Human Resources To delegate appropriate work to, and supervise the podiatry technicians and band 5 staff. To be actively involved in the recruitment and selection of lower grade staff when necessary. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and fulfil appropriate KSF dimensions as identified. To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures. To maintain own professional development by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, and incorporate them as necessary into your work. Ensure compliance with the Mandatory Training Policy in accordance with Trust Policy. Responsibility for Health & Safety Compliance with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 the post holder is required to fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, the taking of appropriate actions and reporting of all incidents, near misses and hazards, and a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Responsibility for Teaching & Learning To maintain Registration with Health Professional Council (HCPC) To work with the HCPC Code of Conduct, Trust policies and procedures, and adhere to the Patients Charter. Actively participate in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to develop new skills and maintain and update existing skills. To participate in Individual Performance Reviews with the Podiatry Team Lead. Person Specification Qualification Essential Diploma/Degree in podiatric medicine Registration with Health Professions Council Local Analgesia Administration Certificate (or embedded in degree course) Experience Essential Post qualification / experience in advanced diabetic/high risk foot care NHS experience Skills Essential Sound practical and theoretical knowledge of management of the high risk and diabetic foot Advanced wound management skills Sound knowledge of Diabetes NSF and Regional Foot care pathways Audit / Research experience and analysis Possess good verbal and written communication skills Ability to perform CPR Good organisational and time management skills Be able to produce detailed, accurate records which are legible; implement and evaluate treatment plans Knowledge Essential Sound practical and theoretical knowledge of podiatric management Theoretical knowledge of management of the high-risk and diabetic foot Additional Essential Flexible to meet service demand Speaks English to appropriate standard Able to travel across Trust independently Evidence of reflective practice High degree of manual dexterity to perform intricate clinical work Person Specification Qualification Essential Diploma/Degree in podiatric medicine Registration with Health Professions Council Local Analgesia Administration Certificate (or embedded in degree course) Experience Essential Post qualification / experience in advanced diabetic/high risk foot care NHS experience Skills Essential Sound practical and theoretical knowledge of management of the high risk and diabetic foot Advanced wound management skills Sound knowledge of Diabetes NSF and Regional Foot care pathways Audit / Research experience and analysis Possess good verbal and written communication skills Ability to perform CPR Good organisational and time management skills Be able to produce detailed, accurate records which are legible; implement and evaluate treatment plans Knowledge Essential Sound practical and theoretical knowledge of podiatric management Theoretical knowledge of management of the high-risk and diabetic foot Additional Essential Flexible to meet service demand Speaks English to appropriate standard Able to travel across Trust independently Evidence of reflective practice High degree of manual dexterity to perform intricate clinical work Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Leigh area The Avenue Leigh WN7 1HR Employer's website http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)