214946 - Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (AJM)

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner to join their Haemophilia Service. This part-time role involves providing expert clinical practice and leading service development initiatives. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, enhancing patient care and implementing evidence-based practices. Opportunities for professional development and training in specialized areas like point of care ultrasound are available. Join a supportive environment committed to quality improvement and patient education, making a significant impact on the lives of those with bleeding disorders.

Benefits

CPD Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Staff Development Programs

Qualifications

• Broad clinical experience in Rehabilitation and MSK.
• Advanced knowledge in managing Long Term Conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Haemophilia Physiotherapy Service.
• Provide specialist advice to healthcare professionals and patients.

Skills

Advanced Physiotherapy

Clinical Practice

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Quality Improvement Projects

Education and Training

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Advanced Practice Training

Tools

Point of Care Ultrasound

Job description

Band 7 Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner Haemophilia Service

22.2 hrs / week (0.6 WTE)

Please note: As this post is part-time, the salary will be pro-rata.

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Physiotherapist to join our Haemophilia multidisciplinary team and MSK Physiotherapy Outpatient Department. The role involves providing integrated assessment, diagnosis, analysis, and management of patients with Haemophilia.

The successful applicant will play a key role in leading and developing the Haemophilia Physiotherapy Service across NHS Lothian. This includes improving practice, working collaboratively, and implementing evidence-based standards, guidelines, and policies. You will provide specialist advice to healthcare professionals, agencies, carers, patients, and their families. The role encompasses expert clinical practice, education, and auditing, with opportunities to develop an interest in point of care ultrasound with appropriate training.

This position will actively lead audit and research activities to support the development of the Haemophilia Physiotherapy Service and contribute to clinical guidance for Scottish Haemophilia Physiotherapy Services.

Outreach work, including education and training of non-specialist physiotherapists in managing bleeding disorders, will be a key aspect. The post may involve supervising Physiotherapy students.

The post holder will work flexibly across the Haemophilia MDT at OPD 1 RIE (including a Wednesday morning multidisciplinary clinic and Friday afternoon MDT meeting) and the MSK Physiotherapy Out-Patient Department in OPD 5 RIE. The caseload will primarily involve adults with Haemophilia and other bleeding disorders, mostly in outpatient settings, with some inpatient work. The post is based at RIE but may require work at other sites.

Candidates should demonstrate broad clinical experience and advanced knowledge in Rehabilitation, MSK, Long Term Conditions, or related subspecialties. Experience in service development and supporting a proactive multidisciplinary team involved in Quality Improvement projects is essential.

As an advanced practice physiotherapist, you will collaborate with other team leads across various organizational and professional topics, gaining extensive experience as a clinical Band 7 physiotherapist at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh.

Physiotherapy Services support staff development through appraisal, supervision, and CPD opportunities.

For further information, please contact:

• Ian Cornwall: 0131 242 1000 bleep 5137 or direct dial 0131 242 1905
• Jo Pentland: 0131 242 1000 bleep 5417 or direct dial 0131 242 1904

*This post requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not currently a member for the relevant regulatory group, an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and approved before starting.

**Please note: We anticipate high interest and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application promptly.

NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity, encouraging applications from all sections of society. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or neurodivergent individuals during recruitment.