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From the employer's careers site First seen 11 Nov 2026

Specialist Podiatrist

Description

We are seeking a Specialist Podiatrist to join our team at Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust. As a specialist podiatrist, you will be an autonomous foot and lower-limb clinician who diagnoses, treats, and manages complex patient cases, particularly high-risk groups such as individuals with diabetes, severe peripheral arterial disease, neuropathy, and chronic foot ulceration.

The role requires highly developed physical skills, precision hand/eye coordination, and the ability to concentrate for prolonged periods. You will be responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and managing podiatric care for patients with complex clinical needs, including high-risk diabetes, neurological and vascular disease, rheumatologic and biomechanical conditions, and mental health conditions.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assessing and diagnosing patients with complex foot and lower-limb conditions
  • Developing and implementing individual care packages for patients
  • Providing foot care education and self-management advice to patients and their carers
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date clinical records
  • Working autonomously and effectively within the multidisciplinary team
  • Prioritizing and managing workload effectively

The Trust offers a supportive and empowering environment, committed to fostering professional and personal development. Benefits include an on-site staff nursery, wellbeing practitioners, wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, and a 24/7 employee assistance program.

The salary for this permanent, full-time position is £45,953 to £54,254 per annum.

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Skills

Required

  • Podiatry Diploma/Degree
  • Local Analgesia Certificate
  • Registration with HCPC
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Good organisational skills
  • Good clinical podiatry skills
  • Basic IT skills with Microsoft applications
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Awareness of clinical governance
  • Evidence of Continued Professional Development

Nice to have

  • Qualified driver with a full clean driving license
  • A postgraduate qualification in Management of the Foot in Diabetes
  • IRMER Compliance certificate
  • Experience of Student Supervision

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/C9396-26-0464

Apply on Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust