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Band 6 High Risk Podiatrist (Locum Role)Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.Start Date: From 19th JanuaryContract: Full-time (MondayFriday, 08:1516:15 start times negotiable) Location:ChelmsfordBraintreeMaldonThis role is based across three sites; therefore, candidates must be a car owner/driver.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Band 6 High Risk Podiatrist to join a specialist community podiatry service. This role focuses on the assessment and management of high-risk patients, particularly within diabetic foot and complex wound care pathways.Key ResponsibilitiesThe postholder will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of podiatric care for patients with a wide range of complex clinical needs, including:DiabetesVascular diseaseRheumatological conditionsNeurological disordersWound managementNail surgeryYou will be required to assess and treat urgent new patients, demonstrate a strong understanding of diabetic foot pathways, and escalate care appropriately when required.Essential Skills & ExperienceProven experience working within ahigh-risk podiatry serviceStrong wound care skills, including infection detection, offloading techniques, and specialist dressing knowledge xjdpvnf Ability to recognise deterioration and escalate appropriatelyProficiency in manual ABPI, Toe Pressure assessment, and Blue Doppler (desirable)Experience managing complex and urgent podiatry presentationsExcellent clinical reasoning and decision-making skillsAbility to work independently across multiple community sitesAdditional RequirementsHCPC registered PodiatristFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle