Job overview

DCHS Podiatry Team are looking to welcome a Highly Specialist Podiatrist with an interest in Biomechanics/MSK in Derby and South Derbyshire.

We are looking for a Talented individual to take on this dynamic role.

Could this be you?

If so, please apply or contact one of our Podiatry Leads for an informal chat.

The perfect match for our team will work as a Biomechanics/MSK clinical specialist in the Derby and South Derbyshire locality of DCHS Podiatry.

The person who joins us will be responsible for the treatment and management of complex and specialised Biomechanical/MSK caseloads and provide specialist podiatry advice to the Community Podiatry Team, including Biomechanical input into acute and preventative wound care. 

You will be part of a highly motivated team, providing a high standard of clinical care in highly specialised areas and having at least three years registration.

·    As part of the Podiatry Team and Wider Trust, you will contribute to the development of and adhere to the Podiatry Department and Trusts' policies, strategies and objectives.

Main duties of the job

     To act as a Biomechanical/MSK clinical foot specialist for the Community Podiatry Team in Derby and South Derbyshire.

     To be responsible for the podiatric assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of biomechanical interventions, which may involve:

     Strengthening and stretching exercise programs.

     Strapping techniques.

     Neurological assessment.

     Advanced casting techniques

     Prescription, chairside manufacture, issue and evaluation of a wide range of orthotic devices.

     Steroid Injections.

     Liaison with DCHS Podiatric Surgery and Interdisciplinary Wound Clinic.

     To follow uni and multi professional guidelines on evidence-based practice in the care of patients with biomechanical pathologies and in the care of patients with diabetes and other medical conditions which may impact on foot health.

    To be actively involved in the provision of foot health education and advice to patients, relatives and carers and to participate in foot health training where appropriate.

To participate in the observational placement of Student Podiatrists and other Health Professionals.

To follow Departmental and Trust Policies and Procedures and Guidelines but have the discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional guidelines. To be responsible for the maintenance of high standards of clinical hygiene, stock and equipment control within the premises used for work.

Working for our organisation

What can DCHS Podiatry offer you?

The opportunity to work in varied settings across the beautiful county of Derbyshire, including Hospitals, Health Centres and patient’s homes. Our current Vacancy is based in the Derby City and South Dales locality of the trust

The opportunity to provide a quality, good value service to a wide variety of patient types and develop working relationships with other services, trusts and our Podiatric Surgery team.

Supportive Mentorship. An annual appraisal and personal development plan. DCHS pledges to engage, involve and support staff to reach their full potential. 

CPD arranged by the Podiatry Service in addition to the essential learning required by the trust.

To become part of our fantastic Team. To have involvement in team meetings and the opportunity to make valuable contributions to the team meetings, staff forums and via Staff Surveys and Pulse Checks.

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff.  We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year.

We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre.  Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community.  As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.

DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign.  The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.

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Our vision “to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work”

Our values:

1) To get the basics right
2) To act with compassion and respect
3) To make a difference
4) To value and develop teamwork
5) To value everyone’s contribution because everyone matters

The majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.

We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis.  If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.

If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team,   01332 564856, option 1, option 1  or   [email protected]  and we will be happy to provide assistance.

Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. 

As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you.  Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern.