Job overview

An opportunity has arisen for an Extended Scope Podiatrist - Podiatric Medicine to become part of a highly motivated and enthusiastic team.

The experienced team of Podiatrists assess, diagnose and manage deformity and pathology of the foot including specialised clinics within the field of, complex foot and ankle , biomechanics, diabetes and rheumatology. Clinical duties will include working in both the outpatient and community settings 

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with the public and a range of clinical and non-clinical colleagues to join our team.

The successful applicant will ideally have an interest in MSK and diabetes  and will need to be able to demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively with the Head of service and Clinical leads o further develop the Podiatry Service and preferably be active in research, audit evaluation. Supervision and teaching will be provided to the successful candidate.

Main duties of the job

The Podiatry Service delivers specialist care to a diverse patient population presenting with foot and lower limb conditions, primarily within a primary care setting. Led by an experienced team comprising  Specialist Podiatrists, the service provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of foot deformities and pathologies.

Working for our organisation

Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.

We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has  attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.

Homerton aims to ensure equality and values diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff.  This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan.  All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.

We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.

Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.

Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.