Podiatrist (Senior Grade) – Clare.

Podiatrist (Senior Grade) – Primary Care Services

Location: Co. Clare – HSE West Clare Community Healthcare Network Contract: 3-Month Contract Grade: Senior Podiatrist Service: Primary Care Services

Job Overview

Medforce is currently recruiting a Senior Grade Podiatrist to join the HSE West Clare Community Healthcare Network, providing podiatry services within Primary Care Services in Co. Clare.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Podiatrist to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals within the community. The successful candidate will assess, diagnose and manage a range of foot and lower-limb conditions, supporting patients to maintain mobility, independence and overall wellbeing.

The initial placement is for a 3-month contract, with the primary work location within Co. Clare. Depending on service demand and operational requirements, the successful candidate may be based at one of the Podiatry Clinics within a Health Centre in the West Clare area.

Please note: A full clean driving licence and access to your own transport are essential, as travel between community locations may be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive podiatry assessments, treatments and interventions in a primary care setting.
• Assess, diagnose and manage a range of foot and lower-limb conditions in line with professional standards and clinical guidelines.
• Identify and manage patients with high-risk foot conditions, including those associated with diabetes and peripheral vascular disease, within the scope of practice.
• Develop, implement and review individualised treatment and care plans.
• Promote foot health education, preventative care and self-management to patients and their families.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure all documentation complies with HSE policies and professional requirements.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and other healthcare professionals to support integrated patient care.
• Prioritise referrals and manage clinical caseloads effectively in response to service needs.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control procedures, health and safety standards, and relevant clinical governance policies.
• Travel to designated Health Centres and Podiatry Clinics within the West Clare area as required.

Essential Requirements

• A recognised qualification in Podiatry.
• Registration with CORU, the Health and Social Care Professionals Council, as a Podiatrist.
• Experience in delivering podiatry assessments and treatments in a clinical or community healthcare setting.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, organisational and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent patient-care skills, with a commitment to delivering safe, effective and person-centred services.
• A full clean driving licence.
• Access to your own transport, with the ability to travel between healthcare locations as required.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience working within HSE Primary Care Services or a community healthcare setting.
• Experience managing patients with complex foot conditions and high-risk foot care needs.
• Experience managing and prioritising a clinical caseload in a busy service environment.

What We Offer

• An initial 3-month contract opportunity.
• The opportunity to work within the HSE West Clare Community Healthcare Network.
• Experience within a community-based Primary Care Service.
• The opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality healthcare within the local community.

How to Apply

If you are a CORU-registered Podiatrist with the required experience, a full clean driving licence and access to your own transport, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV to Medforce for consideration to [email protected]

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