Podiatrist (Generalist) – Orkney Opportunity

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkwall; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Distant Islands Allowance £1,719 pro r

NHS Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Work-life balance policies

Job summary

NHS Orkney is recruiting a Band 6 Specialist Generalist Podiatrist to deliver high-quality podiatric care across hospital clinics, community sites and domiciliary visits in Orkney.

You will join a supportive AHP team, require HCPC registration and substantial podiatry experience, plus a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the islands. This full-time post is fixed-term/secondment for 6 months to cover maternity leave.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a podiatrist.
• Substantial experience in general or specialist podiatry.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to travel across Orkney.
• Ability to work independently while contributing as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality podiatric care across hospital clinics, community locations and domiciliary visits.
• Manage high-risk foot conditions and contribute to foot protection services.
• Provide MSK and general podiatry care.
• Support active foot disease management, wound care and preventive interventions.
• Work collaboratively with experienced podiatrists and the wider AHP team for integrated care.
• Contribute to service development, digital innovation and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

HCPC registration

Podiatry experience

Full UK driving licence

Independent working

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Job description

NHS Orkney is recruiting a Band 6 Specialist Generalist Podiatrist to deliver high-quality podiatric care across hospital clinics, community sites and domiciliary visits in Orkney.

You will join a supportive AHP team, require HCPC registration and substantial podiatry experience, plus a full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the islands. This full-time post is fixed-term/secondment for 6 months to cover maternity leave.