Flexible Locum Band 6 Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Sanctuary Personnel; Inverness; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Locum flexibility

Collaborative atmosphere

Continuous development

Work-life balance

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Band 6 Orthopaedic Physiotherapist in Inverness to join an ongoing full-time locum service. You will deliver early mobilisation and rehabilitation, support post-operative care, and contribute to discharge planning within a busy orthopaedic department.

Experience with orthopaedic rehabilitation and MDT collaboration is essential. This role offers locum flexibility within a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development in the Scottish

Qualifications

• Experience managing and rehabilitating orthopaedic patients.
• Strong clinical assessment and clinical reasoning skills.
• Ability to work autonomously while prioritising workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre- and post-operative assessments for elective orthopaedic patients.
• Deliver early mobilisation and rehabilitation programmes to support patient recovery.
• Support patients undergoing joint replacement and other elective orthopaedic procedures.
• Undertake comprehensive functional assessments and discharge planning.
• Contribute to safe patient flow and timely discharges within the department.
• Manage a diverse orthopaedic caseload effectively and efficiently.
• Collaborate actively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Participate in weekend service provision on a rota basis, enhancing team support.
• Assist with clinical audits, data collection, and service development activities where required.

Job description

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Band 6 Orthopaedic Physiotherapist in Inverness to join an ongoing full-time locum service. You will deliver early mobilisation and rehabilitation, support post-operative care, and contribute to discharge planning within a busy orthopaedic department.

Experience with orthopaedic rehabilitation and MDT collaboration is essential. This role offers locum flexibility within a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development in the Scottish