Nail Surgery Lead Podiatrist

Torbayandsouthdevon; Torquay; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Torquay is seeking an experienced Podiatrist to join the team. This role includes clinical leadership, managing a caseload of patients, and ensuring excellence in podiatric nail surgery. The ideal candidate will be dynamic and enthusiastic, with a strong background in podiatric care. Responsibilities encompass education for patients and collaboration with healthcare professionals. This position provides opportunities in a vibrant coastal area with growth potential in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a Podiatry degree and be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Demonstrated experience in clinical leadership is preferred.
• Experience with podiatric nail surgery is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional clinical leadership for all staff.
• Manage a caseload of patients, providing various specialist interventions.
• Mentor students and assist the student placement coordinator.
• Educate patients and health professionals on foot condition management.
• Liaise with other health professionals for patient care.
• Assess and plan podiatric care for diverse patients.
• Refer for diagnostic tests per IRMER guidelines.
• Provide podiatry services in various clinical settings.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Podiatric nail surgery

Patient assessment

Wound care

Education for patients

Education

Podiatry degree

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a podiatrist to join our team to provide leadership for the specialist nail surgery service for podiatry patients across Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT). We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to work at Band 6 to provide clinical leadership for all staff, ensuring standards of clinical expertise and excellence in podiatric nail surgery are continually maintained and improved.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional clinical leadership for all staff, ensuring standards of clinical expertise and excellence in podiatric nail surgery are continually maintained and improved.
• Manage a caseload of patients, providing a comprehensive range of specialist podiatric interventions including nail surgery, wound care and other therapeutic interventions.
• Serve as a mentor for students on placement from Plymouth University and assist the student placement coordinator.
• Provide education to empower patients, carers and other health professionals in the management of foot conditions.
• Liaise with primary and secondary care professionals to ensure seamless delivery of care to nail surgery patients.
• Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate podiatric care for a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs (e.g., high‑risk diabetics, vascular problems, chronic disease, wound management).
• Refer for appropriate diagnostic tests and input as per IRMER guidelines.
• Provide podiatry services in a variety of clinical settings, including hospitals, health centres, clinics and domiciliary settings.

Why Work with Us

The Podiatry Department works from 11 different locations across the Torbay and South Devon area and consists of 45 clinical staff comprising of Head of Service, Team Leads, Specialist podiatrists, podiatrists, assistant practitioners and clinical support staff, as well as 10 administrative staff. We aim to innovatively deliver first‑class lower limb and foot health preventative care across South Devon, achieving better outcomes for our patients while promoting development opportunities for our staff.

Torbay Hospital provides acute care for the local community and has several community hospitals, and is a hot‑spot for those who are considering living by the sea or within half an hour of Dartmoor National Park and an hour to Exmoor National Park. Meanwhile, Plymouth and Exeter are also within a short drive to enjoy the culture, maritime history and shopping experiences.

Contact Information

For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Richard Collings
Job title: Head of Podiatry and Orthotics
Email address: [e-mail]
Telephone number: 07908051176