Podiatrist-Podiatry

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)

About Us

At SSMC, we firmly believe that the human touch is a fundamental part of care. We understand that health care is both an art and a science, running deeper than simply diagnosing and treating those who rely on us. Our SSMC Model of Care puts our patients at the forefront of our purpose and at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that the needs of our patients come first.  Every one of our patients receives individualized attention from a multidisciplinary team of experts who collaborate closely to deliver trusted and compassionate care. From the very first point of contact with SSMC, to the moment patients are back home, we ensure speciality-specific care at every stage and in every interaction.  As one of the largest tertiary hospitals in the UAE, SSMC provides access to specialist medical treatments and advanced diagnostics, with a commitment to becoming a Destination Medical Center in the UAE and wider region.