Podiatry Apprentice

Detailed job description and main responsibilities:

To be part of a highly motivated specialist podiatry team, working flexibly under the delegation / supervision of designated podiatrist in a variety of settings and geographical locations, and providing a high standard of Podiatric clinical care To provide appropriate assessment, treatment, evaluation of outcomes and education to patients, relatives and carers within agreed competencies and training To participate in minor surgery and other specialist sessions within the scope of instructions laid down by the overseeing podiatrist To comply with organisational and service policies, procedures and guidelines To maintain accurate records of all patient consultations and related work using organisational information systems as directed To contribute to organisational and service audit, surveys and trials within the organisation as appropriate To be flexible and provide cover for other members of the team at short notice, during periods of absence or in response to clinical demands To be responsible for the care and maintenance of instruments and equipment as delegated To take part in student placement schemes offering demonstrational opportunities for both podiatry students and students from other disciplines as appropriate To establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other healthcare staff as appropriate To ensure effective communication of sensitive and confidential information to referrers, other healthcare staff, patients, relatives and carer’s using interpersonal, negotiating skills and empathy as required

Apprenticeship:

To attend university and clinical placements as set out in the degree programme To participate in tripartite reviews with the university and Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust To ensure timely achievement of assignments and assessments in accordance with the academic programme requirements To complete and pass academic modules and clinical placements to the required standard, including the end point assessment To gain experience during the period of the apprenticeship in a wide range of clinical areas including diabetes, rheumatology, biomechanics, tissue viability, nail surgery and wound management. To gain knowledge and skills to assess, diagnose, develop and implement individualised treatment programmes in these areas as appropriate To contribute to self-development through reflective learning

Training:

This is a developmental role over 4 years in compliance with the Podiatry (Integrated Degree) Apprenticeship standard (Ref ST0493). The post holder will work towards successful completion of a BSc (Hons) degree in Podiatry and recognition by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). The post holder will be an employee of East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust.

This post can be locate in Norwich (Norwich Community Hospital) or Kings Lynn (St James Clinic). 

This apprenticeship will be hosted by Universaty of East London (UEL). You will attend UEL one day a week for teaching. 

Placements will be block (5 days) over a number of weeks:

Level 4 - one 4 week placement Level 5 - two 5 week placements Level 6 - two 6 week placements

The post-holder will work in a variety of clinical / healthcare settings, enabling them to develop and maintain relevant knowledge, skills and competencies in order to fulfil the requirements of the BSc (Hons) Podiatry programme.

The academic part of the training will be provided by the University of London (UEL) where the following modules will be undertaken:

Professional practice and mental health Anatomy and physiology Podiatric practice, pathology, pharmacology Musculoskeletal (MSK) assessment and management Clinical reasoning and research methods

Key areas of practice-based learning for Podiatry students include:

Problems related to endocrine and rheumatological function Problems related to MSK function and sporting activities Problems related to neurological function Problems related to dermatological function Problems that require nail surgery

Training Outcome:

To successfully complete the BSc (Hons) degree in podiatry and registration with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Employer Description:

Find out more about working for our organisation here: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/226719057/ EEC is proud to be the first standalone NHS community trust in the UK to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Our focus is on continually improving the quality of care we offer to local people and on improving access to that care, helping people to move seamlessly from one service to another. Praising EEC's "compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership at all levels", the CQC observed that our staff are well supported to make positive changes and innovations. We welcome applications from people who share our values of Compassion, Community and Creativity, and can help us deliver outstanding care in our local area. As an organisation we support the following initiatives: - Disability Confident Employer - Age Positive - Step in to Health - Mindful Employer - Being positive about mental health - Armed Forces Covenant - Bronze award - Carers Friendly Tick Award

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (Times to be confirmed).

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Physical fitness