MSK Podiatrist - Band 6 Annex 21

Biggart Hospital

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Position:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a MSK Podiatrist based at the MSK Centre at Biggart Hospital. This post is offered on a permanent basis.

Band 6 Annex 21

• Applications are welcomed from newly qualified podiatrists and those with limited MSK experience who can demonstrate a strong interest in musculoskeletal practice and a commitment to developing advanced clinical skills.
• You will receive structured supervision, mentorship and professional development support to achieve Band 6 competencies and progress through the development programme. Progression to Band 6 would normally be expected within approximately 12 - 24 months, subject to successful completion of the NHS Scotland Flying Start programme and achievement of the required competencies.

Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

Hours:

27.00 hours per week.

UK Driving Licence:

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What you will do:

• Assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal, lower limb and foot/ankle conditions through comprehensive clinical, biomechanical and gait assessment.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions including exercise prescription, education, footwear advice, orthotic therapy, taping and other appropriate treatment modalities.
• Manage a caseload appropriate to level of competency, progressing from supported Band 5 practice to autonomous management of increasingly complex MSK presentations.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support holistic assessment, rehabilitation and patient-centred care.
• Develop advanced clinical reasoning, diagnostic and treatment skills through structured supervision, mentorship and professional development.
• Assess, prescribe, manufacture, fit and review bespoke and prefabricated orthoses to meet individual patient needs.
• Monitor outcomes, adapt treatment plans accordingly, and recognise and upscale clinical risks or complex cases as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records in line with professional and organisational standards.
• Provide advice and education to patients, carers and healthcare professionals on lower limb health, injury prevention and self-management.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement, clinical audit and governance activities.
• Participate in continuing professional development, achieving agreed Band 6 competencies within prescribed timescales.
• Support the learning and development of students, apprentices and less experienced colleagues as appropriate.
• Adhere to HCPC standards and organisational policies relating to health and safety, infection prevention, safeguarding and clinical governance.
• Participate in service meetings, training and team development activities, contributing to the delivery of high‑quality MSK podiatry services across Ayrshire and Arran.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post:

• BSc (Hons) Podiatry or equivalent qualification recognised by the HCPC.
• HCPC registration, or eligibility for registration on commencement of post.
• Demonstrable interest in musculoskeletal podiatry, lower limb biomechanics and rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of musculoskeletal assessment, lower limb biomechanics and evidence-based podiatric management.
• Experience of assessing and managing musculoskeletal and lower limb conditions gained through undergraduate education and clinical placements.
• Understanding of clinical governance, risk management, audit and quality improvement principles.
• Knowledge of relevant professional standards, safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety requirements.
• Effective communication, interpersonal and multidisciplinary team working skills.
• Ability to maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records using electronic systems.
• Commitment to continuing professional development and completion of the NHS Scotland Flying Start programme and Band 6 competency framework within agreed timescales.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Ashleigh Holt, MSK Team lead (ashleigh.holt@aacpt.scot.nhs.uk) or Katy Knox, MSK Advanced Specialist Podiatrist (Katy.knox@aapct.scot.nhs.uk).

Right to Work / Certificates of Sponsorship

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It is essential that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored before submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full‑time contract and must be pro‑rated for part‑time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case‑by‑case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre‑employment checks.

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We are unable to provide sponsorship for Band 2 posts or bank contracts.

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