Do you aspire to work for an NHS organisation that is not only rated Good by the Care Quality Commission but are also in the HSJ best places to work list and in Stonewall's top employers' index?
If so, look no further than Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH). CLCH currently works across London and Hertfordshire.
As London's largest NHS Trust dedicated to community healthcare we offer leadership, learning and career opportunities for community healthcare professional that few can match. Community healthcare is our focus and our passion. We champion the role of community health professionals to make sure our patients get great care closer to home.
We are looking for a Dynamic, Self-motivated e Podiatrist to work in the tri-borough area of Central London, providing care to residents across Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster.
Main duties of the job
To provide high-quality care to a diverse range of podiatry patients in a wide variety of settings. To assess diagnose, treat, plan and manage the podiatric (lower limb and foot care) needs of the local and transient populations in a wide variety of settings, in order to maintain patient mobility and independence
To work in collaboration with a team of Podiatrists and other care providers to ensure seamless care delivery for all patients and where appropriate to liaise with and refer and work under direction on Band 6.
The post holder will be expected to undertake appropriate clinical rotation(s) and will be supported by supervision and mentoring sessions.
The post holder will, with their manager identify their knowledge and skills and will be encouraged to work towards the skills and knowledge level of a Specialist Podiatrist
About us
Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) is one of the largest community healthcare organisations in London and Hertfordshire, providing our services to diverse communities/boroughs in 11 London Boroughs - Barnet, Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hounslow, Kensington and Chelsea, Merton, Richmond, Wandsworth, Westminster - and Hertfordshire. This role is for the Inner London Boroughs - Hammersmith & Fulham ,Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster.
Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!
We can offer you:
* A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
* Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
* Car lease scheme *T&C's apply
* Flexible working options
* Training, support and development in your career
As an NHS trust,we are committed to equal opportunities and ensuring equality and diversity in the workplace.
We have a number of staff networks: Disability and Wellbeing Network (DAWN), Race Equality Network and the Rainbow Network which supports LGBT+ staff. Each network has a champion who is an executive director at the Trust and they hold regular meetingsto discuss issues andmake plans to improve CLCH
Job responsibilities
Please refer to Job description and Person Specification for outline of skills, knowledge and experience required.
Person Specification
Education/Qualification
* BSc Degree In Podiatric Medicine or Diploma (if qualified prior 1991)
* Registration with the Health Professions Council
* Certificate in local anaesthesia
* POM certificate
Experience
* Experience of multidisciplinary and interagency working
* Experience of working with a wide range of patient and disease / pathology types including the at-risk and high-risk foot
* Experience of clinical supervision / mentoring
* Experience of service development
Other
* Effective oral, listening and written communication in order to negotiate and persuade patients and carers gaining compliance and commitment to their treatment and care plans
* IT Skills including use of Internet, e-mail, Word Processing
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.
St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing
£35,964 to £43,780 a yearPer Annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Reference number
824-INNER-6719795
Job locations
St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing
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