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 Childrens 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 :

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) 

Additional Information :

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time