Advanced Podiatrist in MSK and Orthopaedics

Company: NHS Shetland
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Location: Lerwick
Job Description:

Job Title and Reference

Advanced Podiatrist in MSK and Orthopaedics (Ref: 250172)

Job Details

Job Type: Full‑Time – 36 hours per week

Band: 7 – Salary £52,845 to £61,466 per annum

Distant Island Allowance: £2,578 per annum

Relocation Assistance: Up to £8,000 available

Job Overview

We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic and experienced podiatrist to join our small team providing podiatric interventions to the population of Shetland. The post is based at Lerwick health centre, with other clinics held at the Gilbert Bain hospital, Independent Living Centre (ILC), outlying health centres, domiciliary visits and care homes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate, develop and lead the podiatry service for MSK and orthopaedics.
  • Provide high‑quality care in general podiatry.
  • Work in specialist clinics, including nail surgery, diabetes and wound care.
  • Propose and implement policy and service developments.
  • Serve as a source of information, advice and education to the podiatry team and other health and social care staff.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and support service improvement activities.

Benefits and Remuneration

In addition to the salary, the position includes a Distant Island Allowance and relocation assistance.

How to Apply

Contact Michael Medici, Podiatry Manager, at 01595 743021 or via email, or alternatively contact Rowan Nicolson (Advanced Diabetes + Wound Care Podiatrist) for an informal chat about living in Shetland and working for NHS Shetland Podiatry services.

Closing date: 09/08/2026

Interview date: 25/08/2026

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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Posted: July 8th, 2026