Podiatrist

NHS Highland; Portree; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland is inviting applications for a Band 6 Podiatrist based at Portree Hospital on the Isle of Skye. The post includes mentorship and development of advanced podiatry techniques, including nail surgery and MSK care.

A flexible start may be available for graduates with HCPC registration and a BSc in Podiatric Medicine. The workbase is Portree Hospital, on the Isle of Skye, with travel implications and emphasis on clinical governance, teamwork, and effective workload management.

Qualifications

• BSc qualification in Podiatric Medicine with HCPC registration.
• Desirable: understanding of care philosophy and governance.
• Mentorship period may be offered to develop advanced techniques.

Skills

Nail surgery

Post Tibial blocks

MSK podiatry

Wound care

Interpersonal skills

Prioritisation & planning

Education

BSc in Podiatric Medicine

Job description

Work base - Portree HospitalThis is an exciting post also open to recent graduates who may wish to increase their clinical skills.

Band 6 PodiatristWork base - Portree HospitalThis is an exciting post also open to recent graduates who may wish to increase their clinical skills. This post may incorporate a significant period of mentorship covering clinical techniques in advance of those usually experienced at college as required. These will include extensive nail surgery experience, Post Tibial blocks, deep enucleations, needling / blunt dissections of verrucae, MSK podiatry and wound care management of the high risk limb. No previous experience is necessary although an understanding of the philosophy of care aims is desirable. You will have a BSc qualification in Podiatric Medicine and be qualified in L.A and nail surgery, along with registration with the HCPC. This is an exciting post also open to recent graduates who may wish to increase their clinical skills. This post may incorporate a period of mentorship covering clinical techniques in advance of those usually experienced at college as required. These will include extensive nail surgery experience, Post Tibial blocks, deep enucleations, needling / blunt dissections of verrucae, and advanced techniques in orthotic manufacture. No previous experience is necessary although an understanding of the philosophy of care aims is desirable. The workbase is at Portee Hospital based on Isle of Skye which is about 2 hours 30 minutes drive from the Highland capital Inverness. You will be able to demonstrate a sound professional and clinical knowledge, with understanding of clinical governance, and its application. Of greatest importance is an ability to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to prioritise, plan and organise your workload, are also essential requirements along with a full, current driving license.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Additional Information For Candidates

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchdlargument na Gàidhlig.

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy. Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through .