Podiatrist

JOB PURPOSE Woodlands Hospital (WH) envisions personalised and quality healthcare for the community of the future. It will co-develop and integrate services with community stakeholders and extend care beyond the hospital into the community and homes. The Podiatrist is an Allied Health Professional (AHP) who assesses, treats, and manages a variety of foot conditions.

Podiatrists see dermatological conditions ranging from ingrown toenails to corns and calluses. Lower limb complications arising from medical conditions such as diabetes, arthritic conditions, also managed by Podiatrists, are further addressed by preventative foot care education, accommodative measures such as custom made insoles and advice on corrective footwear.

Job Requirements Recognised degree in Podiatry Should have relevant recognised certificate in Local Anaesthesia Professional License Relevant membership

• Member of the Podiatry Association (Singapore) Abnormal working conditions Manual handling of patients Exposure to infectious diseases Risk of pricks from needles and cuts from sharps