Advanced Podiatrist PractitionerNHS
Job summary
-Triage of referrals from GP's directing the patient into the appropriate primary, secondary or tertiary care service according to clinical presentation. -The management of patients that would have traditionally been referred into secondary care orthopaedic services with Foot and Ankle problems and involves the use of advanced decision-making and clinical reasoning skills to perform clinical interventions which may represent extended scope of practice. -The practice of medical diagnosis within the orthopaedic and podiatric specialities, specialist investigation and complex MSK case management. -Independent decision making regarding the clinical diagnosis and future clinical management of presenting patients through the assimilation of clinical assessment and the appropriate requesting of specific medical investigations such as X-rays, MRI, USS and pathology tests -To conduct all clinical interventions and related actions in line with relevant professional standards to your professional background, such as HCPC, as well as Cora standards and policies and where applicable, contract parameters and KPIs.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of an Advanced Practice Podiatrist is to deliver expert, autonomous care for complex foot and lower limb conditions-often within multidisciplinary teams and primary care settings. Their role goes far beyond routine foot care, encompassing clinical leadership, advanced diagnostics, and strategic service development.
Job description
Advanced Podiatrist Practitioner Full Time Salary - Up to £62,879 + HCLA Location: North West London Connect Health and Healthshare have come together as one organisation - Cora Health - combining our decades of experience in providing healthcare services on behalf of the NHS. Are you ready to take your podiatry career to the next level? We're seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Advanced Podiatrist Practitioner to join our progressive multidisciplinary team. This is a unique opportunity to lead innovative foot health services, manage complex caseloads, and shape the future of podiatric care in our community. This role goes far beyond routine foot care, encompassing clinical leadership, advanced diagnostics, and strategic service development. Key Responsibilities Provide expert assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex foot and lower limb conditions Lead on clinical decision-making and contribute to service development Work autonomously and collaboratively across primary and secondary care settings Mentor junior staff and support professional development within the team Contribute to audit, research, and evidence-based practice initiatives We are Cora Health: Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward. What you will benefit from... Working within a dynamic group of clinicians and support service colleagues you will learn from and in collaboration with them. You'll also be proud when you inspire and develop others from your expertise too. Your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) will be a priority, as we invest in your development and reward you for giving your best. The below are the added extras to our commitment to being a great place to work. Up to 30 days' holiday (plus public holidays) and an extra day for your Birthday A minimum of 5% of working time devoted to your personal development with an in-house Learning and Development Academy offering a wide range of career pathway development opportunities Engagement in the four pillars required to become a Consultant Advanced Practitioner: Research and Innovation, Leadership, Clinical Practice and Education Research and data capabilities and optimisation Opportunities and support for; clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring, conferences, and clinical support tools Save pennies through accessing excellent discounts via our own shopping discounts portal, access to health service discounts and a Blue Light Card Participate in our cycle to work and/or smart tech salary sacrifice schemes, and/or savings club Access our employee assistance programme Be reimbursed for professional membership fees that are a requirement of your role Group life cover
About us
Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward.