Routine Care is the Backbone of Your Clinic
In a busy podiatry practice, routine maintenance – nail cutting, corn removal, and callus reduction – is the engine of your revenue. But using a highly specialised MSK Podiatrist to cut toenails isn’t always the best use of resources.
Many successful clinics are now hiring Foot Health Practitioners to manage these essential maintenance lists. This model allows your Podiatrists to focus on biomechanics and surgery, while your FHP builds strong, long-term relationships with patients who need regular care.
As a specialist recruitment agency, we understand the distinction. We find FHPs who are technically competent, commercially aware, and understand the boundaries of their scope of practice. We recruit practitioners who can work autonomously on a routine list or seamlessly alongside your lead Podiatrist.
Specialist FHP roles
We recruit for permanent associates, contractors, and visiting roles across the private sector.
Our network covers:
- Clinic Associates
FHPs to manage “General Foot Care” lists within a multidisciplinary or podiatry practice. - Domiciliary Providers
Mobile practitioners providing home visits for elderly or immobile patients (a huge growth area for private practices). - Care Home Specialists
Practitioners dedicated to visiting residential homes to provide bulk routine care. - Locum / Cover
Reliable staff to cover holidays or sickness for routine clinic days.
Compliance and scope of practice
We know that hiring non-HCPC regulated staff requires diligence. We ensure every FHP we represent is qualified, insured, and safe to practice.
Our vetting process can include, as required:
- Qualifications
Verification of Diploma in Foot Health (e.g., Level 3 or 4 Diploma) from a recognised training provider (e.g., SMAE Institute, College of Foot Health). - Register Status
We check for membership with voluntary registers such as the RFHP (Register for Foot Health Practitioners) or SAC. - Insurance
Ensuring candidates hold valid professional indemnity insurance specifically for foot health procedures. - Scope Awareness
We interview to ensure candidates understand when to refer complex cases (e.g., high-risk diabetic ulcers) back to a Podiatrist or GP.
For candidates: a flexible. rewarding career
Are you a Foot Health Practitioner looking for a supportive clinic environment?
Working in a private practice offers security, mentorship, and a steady stream of patients without the loneliness of working entirely solo. It allows you to focus on patient care while the clinic handles the marketing and booking.
Whether you are looking to fill a few days a week alongside your own mobile business, or want a full-time associate role, we can connect you with practice owners who value your skills.
We recruit for:
- High-Street Podiatry Clinics
- Private Health & Wellness Centres
- Nursing & Residential Homes
- Domiciliary Care Agencies
Common questions about FHP Recruitment
What is the difference between a Podiatrist and an FHP?
A Podiatrist is a degree-qualified, HCPC-registered professional capable of nail surgery, prescription, and complex biomechanics. An FHP is diploma-qualified to handle routine maintenance (nails, corns, callus) and general foot hygiene.
Why should I hire an FHP instead of a Podiatrist?
It is often a commercial decision. Hiring an FHP to manage your routine nail care lists is cost-effective and frees up your Podiatrists to perform higher-value treatments like Swift, Laser, or Orthotics.
Do you recruit for home visit (domiciliary) roles?
Yes. This is the most common request for FHPs. We have a strong network of mobile practitioners who have their own transport and equipment, ready to service your housebound patient list.
