Specialist Podiatrist

Role Overview

We are seeking two dedicated Band 6 Podiatrists to join the Manchester Local Care Organisation's Community Podiatry team. This permanent position offers a chance to work across varied clinical settings in Central Manchester, providing holistic care and making a significant difference to patient lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage patients with complex foot ulcers through detailed musculoskeletal and vascular assessments.
• Deliver diverse clinical services including nail surgery, core podiatry procedures, and musculoskeletal clinics.
• Work collaboratively with the hospital diabetes team, supporting both outpatient clinics and ward rounds on a weekly basis.
• Provide care in multiple settings such as community clinics, outpatient environments, hospital wards, residential and nursing homes, day centres, and patients' residences, necessitating personal vehicle ownership for travel.
• Develop and implement treatment plans aligned with care and discharge protocols.
• Make informed referral decisions using established pathways to other specialists as needed.
• Participate in specialist rotations covering nail surgery, diabetes-related care, pathomechanics, and vascular health.
• Coordinate the supply of orthoses, pressure-relieving insoles, and shoe inserts tailored to patient needs.
• Efficiently plan and manage daily workloads encompassing ward rounds, various clinics, home visits, and care facilities.
• Provide flexible cover across North Manchester sites during colleague absences or at short notice.
• Complete all administrative responsibilities pertinent to the role.
• Adhere strictly to all organizational policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Assume additional duties as required by the department.

Professional Development & Environment

• Engage in audits, service improvement initiatives, and research projects.
• Act as a mentor for less experienced team members, supporting their growth.
• Access continuous professional development opportunities and training to enhance skills.
• Utilize the Hive Electronic Patient Record system to ensure efficient and safe patient care.
• Join a multidisciplinary and collaborative team environment, contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust is the largest specialist services provider in the region, serving over one million people annually. Located on the Oxford Road Campus, the largest health academic campus in Europe, MFT is dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. With a workforce exceeding 30,000 staff, MFT offers a supportive and stimulating setting for career development at all stages.

Contact Information

For informal discussions or further details about this role, please contact Georgina Bosson, Clinical Services Manager, at 0161 861 2240 or via email.