Locum Band 7 Podiatrist

Job Title: Specialist Podiatrist – High Risk & MSK
Banding: Band 7
Location: Bromley, South-East London

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months
Hourly Rate: £30-£34 per hour
Working Hours: 3–4 days per week (Tuesday and Thursday required, Friday desirable)

Job Overview

Pulse is currently seeking an experienced Band 7 Specialist Podiatrist to join a community podiatry service based at either Caritas House, Orpington, or Beckenham Beacon Hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled clinician with expertise in both high-risk foot care and MSK podiatry to support the delivery of specialist podiatry services.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, including high-risk patients and wound care management, while working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a specialist caseload of high-risk podiatry patients
• Assess, treat, and monitor patients requiring wound care and ulcer management
• Provide specialist MSK podiatry assessment and treatment
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans
• Deliver patient education to support self-management and prevention strategies
• Make appropriate discharge decisions and onward referrals where required
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure compliance with professional standards
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes

Qualifications and Experience

• HCPC registered Podiatrist
• Experience working at Band 7 level or equivalent
• Extensive experience managing high-risk foot caseloads
• Proven wound care and ulcer management experience
• Strong background in MSK Podiatry
• Confidence in patient discharge planning and onward referrals
• Excellent communication and clinical decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently within a clinic-based setting

Why Choose Pulse?

From the moment you register with Pulse, our focus is entirely on you. Our specialist recruitment consultants understand your profession and are committed to finding the right opportunities to match your skills and aspirations. With exclusive access to roles across the UK, we offer a personalised and supportive recruitment experience that puts your career first.

How to Apply

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Reasonable Adjustments

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Salary Band: 30.0 - 34.0 GBP