Job summary We are looking for an advanced podiatrist to join a team of Podiatrists providing outpatient care and support to inpatients. The successful candidate will be expected to deliver specialist foot care at Barnet Hospital. Main duties of the job The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification. Post registration experience in diabetes, vascular disease and other acute foot conditions is a must. Candidates should be highly motivated, should have the ability to cope with and manage clinical emergencies, and positively manage stress in a busy and demanding environment. This post also requires high level of understanding in clinical governance, audit, risk management, safeguarding, duty of candour and evidence-based practice. If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application. About us The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £51,883 to £58,544 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 391-RFL-6872591 Job locations Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential oDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential oBSc Degree in Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior to 1992) oHealth Professions Council (HPC) registration oCertificate in local anaesthesia oEvidence or portfolio of post-graduate continued development Desirable oEvidence of study or intention to study to masters level qualification oNon-Medical Prescribing qualification Experience Essential oExperience of working at a band 6 level or above in an acute hospital setting with a high risk caseload oExperience of multidisciplinary and interagency working oExperience of working with a wide range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot and neurovascular tests oExperience of acute and chronic at risk wound care management oAwareness/experience of setting & maintaining clinical standards and clinical audit oEvidence of contribution to change within the workplace oUnderstanding of role of podiatry within current evolving health environment oPrevious experience of junior staff & student supervision/ clinical education oActively involved in teaching to the multidisciplinary team Desirable oEvidence of presentation of own research/project work Skills and aptitudes Essential oCore skills in Podiatry, knowledge of acute foot conditions and wound management oAbility to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery oKnowledge of recent developments in the profession oKnowledge and understanding of the NICE Diabetes guidelines and NSF in diabetes oPositive attitude to change oExcellent time management and organisational skills oAbility to work within Trust policies, including clinical governance, data protection, equal opportunities, and health and safety, to meet the differing needs of the patient oTo manage stressful situations by remaining calm, objective and professional at all times oAble to carry out concurrent activities (multi-tasking) and work in an unpredictable working pattern oTo be proactive in service development, liaising closely with the MDT in order to promote clinical excellence oCompetent IT skills including use of internet, email and word processing Desirable oGood presentation skills Person Specification Royal Free World Class Values Essential oDemonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values Education & professional Qualifications Essential oBSc Degree in Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior to 1992) oHealth Professions Council (HPC) registration oCertificate in local anaesthesia oEvidence or portfolio of post-graduate continued development Desirable oEvidence of study or intention to study to masters level qualification oNon-Medical Prescribing qualification Experience Essential oExperience of working at a band 6 level or above in an acute hospital setting with a high risk caseload oExperience of multidisciplinary and interagency working oExperience of working with a wide range of patient and disease/pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot and neurovascular tests oExperience of acute and chronic at risk wound care management oAwareness/experience of setting & maintaining clinical standards and clinical audit oEvidence of contribution to change within the workplace oUnderstanding of role of podiatry within current evolving health environment oPrevious experience of junior staff & student supervision/ clinical education oActively involved in teaching to the multidisciplinary team Desirable oEvidence of presentation of own research/project work Skills and aptitudes Essential oCore skills in Podiatry, knowledge of acute foot conditions and wound management oAbility to undertake intricate work in using sensitive diagnostic tools and a range of surgical instruments. e.g in the management and debridement of poor tissue viability wounds and nail surgery oKnowledge of recent developments in the profession oKnowledge and understanding of the NICE Diabetes guidelines and NSF in diabetes oPositive attitude to change oExcellent time management and organisational skills oAbility to work within Trust policies, including clinical governance, data protection, equal opportunities, and health and safety, to meet the differing needs of the patient oTo manage stressful situations by remaining calm, objective and professional at all times oAble to carry out concurrent activities (multi-tasking) and work in an unpredictable working pattern oTo be proactive in service development, liaising closely with the MDT in order to promote clinical excellence oCompetent IT skills including use of internet, email and word processing Desirable oGood presentation skills 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 Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Address Barnet Hospital Wellhouse Lane Barnet EN5 3DJ Employer's website https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)