251354 Podiatrist

About the role

This post is community based providing community-focused podiatry care to a diverse and geographically varied population. Whether you are an experienced clinician or newly qualified, you will be joining a proactive and supportive team that works collaboratively within the wider multidisciplinary network including AHPs, nursing teams and community partners to deliver excellent clinical outcomes and contribute to effective treatment planning.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage and deliver a broad range of podiatric interventions.
• Work across preventive, palliative and corrective care.
• Provide ongoing support and supervision to Podiatry Healthcare Support Workers.

Requirements

• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Use your own initiative in a community setting.
• Collaborate with colleagues and partner services.
• Travel between community bases as required.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified podiatrists will be supported through the Flying Start NHS programme, ensuring a structured and supported transition into practice with dedicated development time, supervision and learning opportunities.

Skills

• Flexible and digital/remote working options.
• Comprehensive induction and mentorship in Wound Care, MSK and Nail Surgery.
• Flying Start programme support for new graduates.
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
• Band 5 peer support group.
• Active team collaboration and development of leadership skills.

Benefits

• Flexible and digital/remote working options.
• Comprehensive induction and mentorship in Wound Care, MSK and Nail Surgery.
• Flying Start programme support for new graduates.
• Opportunities for continued learning and professional development.
• Band 5 peer support group.
• Active team collaboration and development of leadership skills.

Pay

Band 5 pay scale.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate community-based work.

Location

Based in Castle Douglas, with outreach to clinics across the region as required.

Information for candidates

• Informal enquiries can be directed to Lesley Brown at lesley.brown13@nhs.scot.
• To apply, please visit the application process link provided.
• CVs are not accepted for shortlisting purposes.
• Assessment form with three questions is required.
• Applications cannot be amended once submitted.
• Vacancy may close early due to volume of applications.
• Staff members should update their Jobtrain profile to reflect employment status with NHS Dumfries and Galloway.
• Parking is free and unlimited at all hospital sites.

Equalities and Diversity

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Public Protection

All public protection legislation, and NHS Dumfries and Galloway policies and guidance are founded on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child and the European Convention on Human Rights, and the principles of these Conventions underpin all core business.

Additional Information for International Candidates

• Right to work in the United Kingdom is essential.
• If you require a Work Visa, please check eligibility on the Home Office website.
• It is essential that you have checked your eligibility for a work visa before submitting your application.
• NHS Dumfries and Galloway is unable to support OSCE Training for international nurses for vacancies.
• Vacancies requiring professional registration require full United Kingdom registration with the appropriate council.