215568 Specialist Physiotherapist (KA)

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join the Multidisciplinary Community Respiratory Team in Edinburgh as a Specialist Physiotherapist. The role involves working collaboratively with various healthcare professionals to provide care for severe COPD patients. Applicants must have senior experience in respiratory physiotherapy and hold valid HCPC Registration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate senior experience in respiratory physiotherapy.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Community Respiratory Team Clinical Lead.
• Collaborate with primary and secondary care teams.
• Involvement in Quality Improvement projects.

Skills

Senior experience in respiratory physiotherapy

Problem-solving

Mentorship

Teaching

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

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

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

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

Band 6, Specialist Physiotherapist, 24 hrs

Base: Astley Ainslie Hospital

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Multidisciplinary Community Respiratory Team in Edinburgh. The team provides admission prevention for severe COPD patients and supports early discharge and long-term management. The post holder will work with the Community Respiratory Team Clinical Lead, alongside Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners, Specialist Physiotherapists, and Support Workers.

The team collaborates with primary and secondary care, including Respiratory Consultants, GPs, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists, Pharmacists, and the Scottish Ambulance Service. Partnerships with third sector organizations like Grapevine and Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland are also integral.

Applicants must demonstrate senior experience in respiratory physiotherapy, with specialist knowledge relevant to COPD care. Ability to manage an independent caseload, problem-solve within the MDT, and experience in supervision, mentorship, and teaching are essential. Involvement in Quality Improvement projects is encouraged.

Applicants must hold valid HCPC Registration.

**For Further Information Contact:**
This role requires PVG Scheme membership/record. If not current, an application to Disclosure Scotland is necessary before employment begins.