Job details
- Job reference: 249117
- Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
- Job closing date: 27/09/2026
- Job Type: Allied Health Professions
- Location: Portree Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 01/07/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Podiatry Services
Band 6 Podiatrist
Work base - Portree Hospital
This 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 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.
Informal enquiries to: Michael Gates - Telephone: 01463 241019
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This advert is for Podiatrist with NHS Highland in Portree, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 6 Podiatrist role. The advertised salary is £43,231 - £52,679. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Sep 2026.
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