Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Orthopaedics)

NHS National Services Scotland; Kirkcaldy; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist with a passion for orthopaedics. In this pivotal role, you will lead the orthopaedic physiotherapy team, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care across various settings. You will engage in service development, participate in local and national projects, and contribute to the education of future clinicians. With flexible working options and opportunities for professional growth, this role is perfect for those eager to make a significant impact in patient care and service delivery.

Benefits

Flexible Working Options

Professional Development Opportunities

Peer Review and Clinical Supervision

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Specialist knowledge in orthopaedics and evidence-based practice.
• Experience in leading service improvement and quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop orthopaedic physiotherapy services across multiple locations.
• Participate in research, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Orthopaedic Physiotherapy

Clinical Leadership

Team Collaboration

Education and Training

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Postgraduate Education in Orthopaedics

Job description

Are you a physiotherapist with a specialist interest in influencing service delivery within Orthopaedics?

The inpatient orthopaedic physiotherapy team is looking for a Clinical Specialist to lead, showcase, and develop the current service to respond to evolving needs. The team provides high-quality, evidence-based care across elective, trauma, and our dedicated hip fracture ward. You will also have the opportunity to provide orthopaedic physiotherapy services to paediatric cases.

While the core orthopaedic service is based at Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy, the team covers elective day surgery at Queen Margaret in Dunfermline. Both locations are accessible from Lothian, Forth Valley, Dundee, and Perth, with car sharing often available. Working with the Team Lead, you will ensure high standards of service provision, adapting to changes needed to support service demands while adhering to local and national standards and guidelines. You will participate in local and national projects, research, audits, and lead quality improvement initiatives to ensure continuous service development.

The most significant recent change to NHS Fife orthopaedic services has been the opening of the National Treatment Centre in March 2023, as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. You will be an integral part of the wider orthopaedic team, contributing to services over 7 days, including evening shifts. You should be highly motivated, with a passion and specialist clinical knowledge in orthopaedics, and willing to share this through education and training within the multidisciplinary team. A desire to lead service improvement and an understanding of leadership within a team setting are essential. The department is committed to training future clinicians, and you will be actively involved in undergraduate and postgraduate education.

We offer development opportunities such as clinic and theatre visits, peer review, and clinical supervision/teaching. NHS Fife considers flexible working requests and can fund external courses. You will receive regular appraisals, PDP meetings, and access to excellent peer and management support.

For informal enquiries, please contact Marie Peck, Physiotherapy Manager at 01592 643355 ext 21108.

Note: Due to legislative changes effective from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Any changes to requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all employees are entitled to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, you must confirm your right to work in your application. NHS Scotland is committed to equality and diversity and encourages applications from all sections of society.

We support flexible working, family-friendly policies, and make reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or neurodivergent individuals.