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We have 12 posts and they are fixed term for 18 weeks.
We have an excellent opportunity for podiatrists who anticipate registering with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC). Our fully funded learning programme will support you to return to practice or transition from new graduate to practitioner while you await HCPC registration. Candidates who successfully achieve registration will be eligible to apply for Band 5 posts within NHS Boards.
We offer a structured development opportunity to support and consolidate knowledge, skills and competence in supportive learning environments. Your individual learning and support framework will be based on 90 days employment, with full mentorship support from our team of practice educators and practice development.
In this post you will:
• Have the opportunity to provide podiatric care in a variety of clinical environments where you are supported by your mentor using various supervisory methods.
• Provide a high level of care both palliative and corrective as part of an agreed care plan whilst liaising with or referring to other Health Care Professionals (HCPs) or Agencies as appropriate.
• Plan and organise own workload to ensure effective caseload management of a diverse range of patients
Knowledge, Experience and Qualifications
You will be educated to Degree or Diploma in Podiatry with a Local analgesia certificate or are anticipating successful completion in the next 3 months. You will demonstrate the ability to work on your own and as a team member and be able to prioritise, plan and organise workload.
Roles and Responsibilities
You will develop a portfolio to demonstrate learning and development
Adapt your learning needs through reflective practice and feedback to develop professional knowledge and skills.
Read and understand the HCPC Standards of Proficiency
The shift pattern is; Mon – Friday 8:30 – 16:30
Informal Contact
Pauline Johnstone, Practice Development on 07880787595
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.