Podiatrist-Podiatry

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City

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.

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.