Advanced Practice Podiatrist in Musculoskeletal Care

TN United Kingdom; Oban; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000

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Advanced Practice Podiatrist in Musculoskeletal Care, Oban

Client:

NHS Scotland

Location:

Oban, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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3

Posted:

28.03.2025

Expiry Date:

12.05.2025

Job Description:

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.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Podiatrist specialising in Musculoskeletal (MSK) care to join our dynamic team. This role involves autonomous practice, advanced clinical decision-making and the management of complex MSK conditions. You will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care and contribute to service innovation.

Key Responsibilities
Perform advanced clinical assessments, diagnoses and management of MSK foot and ankle conditions. Request and interpret medical imaging, laboratory tests and other investigations. Administer therapeutic interventions such as steroid injections (if qualified). Triage referrals and provide timely care pathways for patients. Lead service development initiatives and mentor staff. Work closely with GPs, consultants, orthopaedic teams and other healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care pathways. Participate in research and maintain evidence-based practice across the 4 pillars of advanced clinical practice.

Essential Criteria
HCPC registration with a degree in Podiatry. Broad MSK experience in an NHS or equivalent setting. Postgraduate qualifications or working towards MSc in Advanced MSK Practice. Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.

Desirable Skills
Independent prescribing qualification - Injection therapy certification.

Benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance. Contribution to innovative service redesign recognised at national levels. Join us in delivering exceptional MSK care while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Secondment will also be considered.

Informal enquiries to: Lynn Dalrymple, Podiatry Professional Lead A&B. [emailprotected] 07748636099

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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.

As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through our NHS and Social Care values.

Care and compassion

Dignity and respect

Openness, honesty and responsibility

Quality and teamwork

NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part-time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37-hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.