MSK Biomechanics Podiatrist

To work within the specialist area of Podiatric biomechanics/MSK in the management of a broad range of lower limb, gait and orthopaedic/musculoskeletal related conditions, providing high quality care.

The post holder will support strategic development, planning and operational delivery of MSK Podiatry services within the department across community and acute care settings.

The post holder will act as a specialist resource, providing expert care to patients presenting with a wide range of podiatric conditions. This includes managing individuals with complex medical needs and high-risk foot and lower limb complications, such as those associated with diabetes, HIV, neuropathy, and inflammatory arthropathies.

They will assess, prescribe, and deliver treatments, including designing and manufacturing foot orthoses of varying complexity.

As part of the specialist foot team, they will diagnose and manage patients; provide education and staff training; and support the development of clinical pathways to deliver integrated care for those with acute and complex long-term conditions.

Main duties of the job

MSK

1. To undertake evidence-based clinical assessment and diagnosis of biomechanical and musculoskeletal conditions, using advanced clinical reasoning and decision-making to formulate and implement appropriate treatment plans. To perform high-risk biomechanical assessments, including gait analysis.

2. To apply knowledge of biomechanics and its impact on tissue viability, using pressure-relieving devices in the management of complex foot conditions

3. To develop and maintain advanced-level skills, working within an extended scope of practice beyond podiatry, including (but not limited to) referral for and interpretation of X-rays and other imaging, pathology reports, and post-operative wound management.

4. Communicate effectively with patients about treatment options in a clear and understandable way, enabling them to make informed decisions about their care.

5. To review and evaluate treatments and interventions in response to patients' needs, continually updating practices to ensure the delivery of evidence-based best-practice care.

6. To ensure careful attention to orthotic prescription, accuracy, and detail when manufacturing high quality foot orthotics varying in degrees of complexity, including those intended for patients with a history of foot ulcerations.

Person specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Podiatric Medicine.
• HCPC Podiatrist Registration.
• Hold a Certificate in local anaesthesia.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of treating Biomechanical/MSK related foot Conditions.
• Experience of working across primary and secondary care.

Desirable

• Experience of foot orthotic manufacture
• Demonstrate continued professional development in the field of Biomechanics/MSK
• Experience of work in the

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the effect lower limb biomechanics in Orthopaedic/MSK conditions.
• Skills to carry out a comprehensive biomechanical assessment and orthopaedic examination of gait, lower limb joints and muscle.
• To demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision making skills in the management of biomechanics/MSK Conditions
• Knowledge of current evidence based/ best practices
• To be able to prescribe and carry out appropriate treatments e.g. prescribe foot orthotics exercises, strapping.
• To have an understanding of advanced modalities of treatments relevant to biomechanics and as required appropriate referrals to other disciplines.

To have a comprehensive understanding of foot orthotics and their applications and manufacture.

Skills in assessment, diagnoses and treatment of To be able to carry out full range of podiatry clinical skills such as wound care, vascular and neurological assessment and nail surgery

Ability and experience of foot health education/promotion

Ability to undertake nails surgery assessments, procedure and post-operative care

Desirable

• Demonstrate working with diverse population.

About the employer

CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 8,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.

We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.

Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others.

Due to the high response levels we receive for some vacancies, we may expire any of them prior to the advertised closing date and advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.

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