Podiatrist

Job Description

Responsible for providing safe, effective, evidence-based and comprehensive podiatry services. The employee will be responsible for assisting in the surgeries, prescribing orthotics and applying therapeutic treatments.

Responsibilities
•   Maintains sufficient inventory of material supplies and equipment for performance of duties
•   Reports shortage of materials to supervisor at the earliest convenience, ordering and approving replenishments when necessary
•   Monitors and orders appropriate materials/equipment following discussion with senior staff
•   Assists in the budget  depending on delegation of  in section/department
•   Provides all administrative work related to the daily operation of the podiatry department
•   Participates in developing future strategies for the benefit of Hospital patients
•   Assists in minor surgery, Diabetic wound management and assessment
•   Participates in the Bio mechanical assessments and production of orthotic devices and patient treatments which includes Children’s Foot Health
•   Compiles Record daily statistics regarding hours worked and consultations performed, and forward monthly to the rehabilitation Department Head
•   Assists in the  medication for topical use as per the podiatry pharmaceutical list agreed by the podiatry task force
•   Assists in surgery procedures as requested.
•   Manages and documents all patient contacts as required by the Medical Record Documentation policy, using the computer as appropriate.
•   Ensuring compliance with all safety and quality control programs and procedures as applicable
Accountabilities
•   Ensure all documents  and all interventions are in the appropriate format
•   Ensures patient receives the highest standard nutrition services and care.

Qualifications

Experience :- Educational Qualification: Required:
•    BSc or 3-year Certificate in Podiatry from an accredited program or equivalent.
•   AND Current National license
Desired:
•   MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience) Educational Qualification: Required:
•    BSc or 3-year Certificate in Podiatry from an accredited program or equivalent.
•   AND Current National license
Desired:
•   MSc in relevant clinical field (will reduce 1 year from the required years of experience)

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be