All potential candidates are welcome. 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. We welcome applications from all sections of society.
Who We Are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of "Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran," we are committed to a culture that is caring, safe and respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively, safely, caring and respectfully.
Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Podiatrist (MSK Care Pathway) within our MSK Podiatry department based at Ayrshire Central Hospital in Irvine.
Hours
28.8 hours per week.
UK Driving Licence
A UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What You Will Do
We are seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated HCPC registered Podiatrist with excellent communication skills to work within our team in NHS Ayrshire & Arran. The role involves delivering high‑standard, patient‑centred care and supporting the development of Podiatry MSK services across our health and social care services. You will contribute to learning and development programmes, promote patient self‑management and rehabilitation, and contribute to training programmes for other health care professionals. The post holder will primarily support service improvement and staff development, and hold a complex MSK Podiatry caseload providing care within rheumatology, orthopaedics, paediatrics and MSK rehabilitation. Strong team‑working, caring, respect, safety and compassion values are essential.
Knowledge, Training And/Or Experience Required For This Post
* HCPC Registration
* B.Sc. in Podiatry
* Evidence of effective management of a large and complex caseload with a need to diagnose and determine individual clinical/medical need.
* Demonstrated ability to be an autonomous practitioner.
* Experience in prescription of orthoses (off the shelf & bespoke).
* Evidence of IT skills & e‑systems.
Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship
To work in the United Kingdom, a relevant right to work must be demonstrated. Sponsorship may be available for certain roles subject to salary threshold and other criteria. Sponsorship is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and during pre‑employment checks.
For further information about the role, please contact Lee Burke (Lee.Burke@aapct.scot.nhs.uk) or Katy Knox (katy.knox@aapct.scot.nhs.uk).
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