Specialist Podiatrist - Wound Care & Tissue Viability
Assess, and formulate specialist treatment plans based on patients individual needs, having to complete complex clinical analysis which may require consideration of several components which may be conflicting. The emphasis of this process will be on the relevant area of expert specialty.
Directly refer for appropriate diagnostic investigations. Liaise with patients, their carers and others with a view to education, empowerment and improvement of clinical outcomes. Manage referrals into the Community Podiatry Team and ensure all referrals are appropriately triaged within 2 working days and allocated appropriate appointments if necessary.
Assess, diagnose and formulate specialist treatment plans based on patients individual needs with great emphasis on the at risk foot i.e. those suffering from Diabetes Mellitus, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Peripheral Neuropathy Act as a source of expert advice, supervision and education for fellow podiatrists and other healthcare professionals, including General Medical Practitioners Liaise with the Team Leader and others podiatry Tissue viability leads to ensure a high-quality seamless patient delivery service in Worcestershire.
Deputise in the absence of the Team Leader. Utilise the full scope of clinical practice including wound management, total and partial nail ablations, carried out under local anaesthetic. Be actively involved in, and with a commitment to, a clinical philosophy of care that puts an emphasis on patient empowerment and self-care, supported by health education activities.Participate actively in peer review and reflective practice sessions. For full detail of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job description and person specification attached.