Job overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the vascular ward at Glan Clwyd hospital, providing specialist Podiatry care to patients with vascular-related foot conditions.

You will work under the guidance of our experienced Specialist Podiatrist, who leads inpatient services and emergency quadrant work. This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth, supported by a structured development framework.

You'll also have the chance to collaborate with our expanding Diabetic Foot Ulcer Team, allowing for cross-team support and further learning opportunities.

North Wales offers a fantastic quality of life, with breath-taking mountain and coastal scenery. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, water sports, or simply exploring the outdoors, there’s something for everyone. We’re also well connected to Chester, Liverpool, Manchester, and Cheshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and passionate podiatrist looking to make a difference and grow within a supportive, dynamic team.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To be part of a highly motivated team, having at least five years NHS post registration experience, working independently in both community and acute settings, providing a high standard of quality clinical care.

To provide assessment and treatment of lower limb vascular patients within the vascular ward, working closely with medical staff and other allied health professionals

To provide communication links across secondary, primary and community care for these vascular patients

To take a lead role in the assessment and treatment of service users referred to the podiatry department who may have complex and / or chronic presentation.

Guided by broad operational policies, to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individual programmes of care for your own caseload of service users, who will present with a wide range of clinical needs, including acute and chronic neuropathies, chronic diseases, vascular problems and wound management.

To assist the Head of Podiatry Services, advising on and actioning the procurement of medical and surgical equipment as required within the Department.  You will be assisting the Head of Podiatry Services with operational and administrative functions, statistical analysis and quality initiatives.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.