213710 Highly Specialist MSK Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Clinical MSK Physiotherapist to take on a leadership role within MSK services. This exciting opportunity involves contributing to the redesign of MSK Services, providing patient-centered care, and developing staff within a supportive environment. The role requires significant clinical experience in MSK specialty and a commitment to innovation and quality improvement. Join a dedicated team at Mountainhall Treatment Centre and play a key role in enhancing healthcare delivery across the region.

Benefits

Free unlimited parking

Support for professional development

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Significant clinical experience in MSK specialty required.
• Currently working toward or attained equivalent to Masters level training.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to a large team within MSK services.
• Support the Team Lead and participate in QI and project work.

Skills

Clinical experience in MSK specialty

Leadership skills

Motivational and innovative mindset

Knowledge of MSK work streams

Education

Masters level training

Job description

We are looking for a Highly Specialist Clinical MSK Physiotherapist who is enthusiastic and ready to take on a leadership role within MSK services.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute and continue to be part of the redesign of MSK Services. By providing patient centred realistic care, developing staff across the pillars of practice, acting as a key role model within Mountainhall Treatment Centre (MHTC) outpatients clinic as part of the MSK Pathway within Dumfries & Galloway.

Are you a highly experienced MSK Physiotherapist wishing to further develop your KSB within MSK services:

• Significant Clinical experience in MSK speciality
• Currently working toward or attained equivalent to Masters level training at Band 7 level aligning to HCPC standards and NES NMAHP career framework.
• Curiosity and willingness to be innovative, Motivational and enthusiastic in the continued Service Redesign and QI within MSK Physiotherapy Services.
• Awareness of Regional and National MSK Work streams is advantageous.
  
  

The post will be based at Mountainhall Treatment Centre, working across 5 days to provide Leadership to a large team of staff working across various bands within the MSK Hub site. The post holder will provide support to the Team Lead and attend and participate in QI and Project work streams aligned to the Organisational Objectives.

As with all posts there is the possibility of requiring to work across the region to provide outreach, Complex case clinics and support depending on the needs of the staff and service therefore a current driving licence (or ability to travel round area independently) is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.

Part-time working over 5 days, up to 34 hours per week, region wide.

Interviews will take place on Thursday 5th June 2025.

We would be delighted to hear from you and any informal enquiries are welcome to -

Ali Howie Team Lead: [e-mail] and, Pathway Manager Helen Fletcher: [e-mail]

Additional Information For Candidates

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EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

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RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

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UNITED KINGDOM REGISTRATION

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