Specialist Podiatrist

Main area: Podiatry Grade: NHS AfC Band 6 Contract: Permanent Hours: Part-time - 30 hours per week (Service hours are 8.30 - 4.30, Monday to Friday; days to be negotiated) Job ref: 331-C

Site: Ulverston Health Centre Town: Ulverston Salary: £37,338 - £44,962 per annum pro rata Salary period: Yearly Closing date: 27/05/:59

"Creating a great place to be cared for and a great place to work"

University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay is committed to workforce diversity and encourages applications from protected groups including BAME, LGBT+, and people with disabilities.

Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated podiatrist to join our friendly team. The clinician will handle triage, assessment, and diagnosis of patients with podiatric issues, developing and evaluating care plans. Opportunities for developing skills in wound care, debridement, offloading, and arterial assessment are available.

Newly qualified podiatrists are welcome to apply for a developmental role (annex 21). A departmental visit prior to interview is encouraged.

Main duties

Based across Ulverston and South Lakes, with potential outreach into Furness, you will provide care to high-risk caseloads. Excellent communication skills and confidence to work independently are essential.

We prioritize quality, patient-centered, evidence-based care and support staff development through clinical supervision and training.

Organizational overview

Our main hospitals include Furness General Hospital, Royal Lancaster Infirmary, and Westmorland General Hospital, along with community health facilities. We offer a range of services including emergency, outpatient, diagnostics, and day surgeries, plus outreach services.

Details and responsibilities

Further information about the role and responsibilities can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification documents linked under supporting documents. Visit our website for more info.

Person specification Education & Qualifications

• Degree in Podiatric Medicine or equivalent
• Local anesthesia certificate
• HCPC registration
• Certificate in Radiology

Experience

• Post-graduate NHS experience, including high-risk patient care
• Teaching and training experience
• Assessment and diagnosis of complex foot pathologies
• Evidence-based treatment planning
• Effective communication and teamwork

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of high-risk patient care, wound management, Doppler ultrasound, and relevant clinical guidelines
• Understanding of medical conditions, interventions, and pharmacology

Personal Qualities

• Ability to travel
• Flexibility, commitment, and good interpersonal skills
• Approachable and enthusiastic attitude

Applicants will be contacted via email if shortlisted. The Trust promotes flexible working and is committed to equal opportunities. Please note the Trust's policies on smoking, early closing of applications, and DBS checks.

New appointments are subject to a 6-month probation period. We offer a Pre-Onboarding system to assist new staff, accessible at .

Additional info

Professional registration in the UK is required. The role involves a DBS check. For informal visits, contact Graham Holt, Podiatry Clinical Lead, at or .