About the role
Salary: £22.99 to £27.01
We have
an exciting opportunity for an Advanced Podiatrist in Buckinghamshire
Healthcare NHS Trust to join the Podiatry Department at Amersham Hospital. In
this role, you will be responsible for providing professional and clinical
leadership in the strategic development, planning, and operational delivery of
podiatry wound care services across both primary and secondary care settings in
Buckinghamshire. You will act as a key source of expertise in wound care,
managing the holistic assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of patients with
complex wound care conditions. You will also be responsible for delivering
evidence-based podiatry interventions and clinical advice aimed at reducing the
need for acute interventions, while supporting patients to maintain mobility,
independence, and overall wellbeing.
As an
Advanced Podiatrist, you will be working collaboratively with the Head of
Service, Podiatry Leads, and a wider team of healthcare professionals to help
ensure a consistent and high-quality podiatry service is delivered across the
county. You will be responsible for supporting the development of effective
treatment planning, including off-loading strategies and preventative risk
management for high-risk patients and those requiring specialised wound care.
In addition, you will be expected to contribute as a proactive member of the
Podiatry Service, supporting service objectives and ensuring all practices
align with departmental standards as well as organisational and Health and Care
Professions Council (HCPC) policies and professional requirements.