Specialist Podiatrist

NHS Scotland; Portree; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Specialist Podiatrist to join their team in Portree. This exciting role is perfect for recent graduates eager to enhance their clinical skills. The position offers mentorship in advanced clinical techniques, including nail surgery and orthotic manufacture. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment that values care, compassion, and teamwork. With opportunities for professional growth and development, this role is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful impact in podiatric medicine. Join a team that promotes quality care and embraces a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Understanding of care philosophy is desirable.
• Registration with the HPC is required.

Responsibilities

• Enhance clinical skills with mentorship covering advanced techniques.
• Demonstrate sound professional and clinical knowledge.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Planning Skills

Organizational Skills

Clinical Knowledge

Understanding of Clinical Governance

Education

BSc in Podiatric Medicine

Qualification in L.A and Nail Surgery

Job description

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This exciting post is open to recent graduates wishing to enhance their clinical skills. The role may include a mentorship period covering advanced clinical techniques, such as nail surgery, Post Tibial blocks, deep enucleations, verrucae needling/dissections, and orthotic manufacture.

No previous experience is necessary, but understanding of care philosophy is desirable. The position may start at Band 5, with potential progression to Band 6 after a development period. Experienced clinicians may apply directly at Band 6.

Requirements include a BSc in Podiatric Medicine, qualification in L.A and nail surgery, registration with the HPC, and a full, current driving license. The work base is at Portree Hospital on the Isle of Skye, approximately 2.5 hours from Inverness.

You should demonstrate sound professional and clinical knowledge, understanding of clinical governance, and excellent interpersonal, communication, planning, and organizational skills.

For informal enquiries, contact:

• Michael Gates – [e-mail]
• Naomi Macdonald – [e-mail]

Application process:

• Complete the application on Jobtrain; do not upload a CV.
• Application closing date is midnight on the specified date.
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NHS Highland, covering Highland and Argyll & Bute, promotes a positive culture aligned with NHS and Social Care values:

• Care and compassion
• Dignity and respect
• Openness, honesty, and responsibility
• Quality and teamwork

Note: From 1 April 2024, NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time workweek to 37 hours, with no pay change. Temporary additional hours may be required during transition.