Band 6

Permanent

22.5 Hours per week

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join an established diabetic foot team at NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHL Group) Aintree Hospital. Our podiatry service provides high-quality specialist care to patients with complex foot health needs, including those with diabetes, vascular disease, and other high-risk conditions.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated podiatrist who is well organised and is able to thrive in a busy clinical environment. The role will involve managing a varied caseload and working as part of the MDFT clinics. You will have access to ongoing training and regular clinical supervision.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive and patient focused team, that values clinical excellence and collaborative working.

As a Band 6 Podiatrist You Will

• Support the Podiatry lead in the delivery of an efficient and effective podiatry service.
• Work as part of the diabetic foot team providing a high standard of clinical care in a variety of hospital settings including inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Work as an autonomous practitioner and lone worker as part of the wider podiatry and multidisciplinary service, providing assessment and treatment planning/delivery to patients within agreed referral criteria.
• Assess and provide clearly planned podiatric care packages to patients with a variety of care needs, with the aim of maintaining maximum independence and mobility.
• Provide treatment for patients to maintain tissue viability and relieve pain; especially patients who require specialist care packages because they are at risk due to diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and peripheral vascular disease.