Highly Specialist Physiotherapist - Neurorehabilitation Unit

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde seeks a Band 6 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist for the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. This permanent, full-time role involves delivering specialized rehabilitation for patients with neurological impairments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and supporting staff development. Candidates should have a degree in Physiotherapy, HCPC registration, and a keen interest in neurological rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate inpatient experience in neurorehabilitation.
• Experience in quality improvement projects.
• Supervision of B5 rotational therapists and students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physiotherapy to optimize mobility and function.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team work.
• Provide inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinics.

Skills

Neurological rehabilitation

Teamwork

Patient engagement

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

About NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, extending to 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

Position Details

This is a permanent, full-time position with the following shift pattern: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Band 6 Highly Specialist Physiotherapist to join the Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. NRU provides specialist rehabilitation for patients with neurological impairments and major trauma.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience and keen interest in neurological rehabilitation.
• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate inpatient experience in neurorehabilitation.
• Degree in Physiotherapy with current HCPC registration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver physiotherapy to optimize mobility and function, working collaboratively with patients and their families.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team work.
• Provide inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient clinics for rehabilitation and spasticity.
• Engage in quality improvement projects within physiotherapy and the wider NRU services.
• Support staff development through CPD and supervision of B5 rotational therapists, support workers, and students.

Additional Information

Hours of work are 37 per week: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

Contact

Enquiries to Donna Bisland, Team Lead – 0141 201 2655 or [e-mail]

Details on contacting the Recruitment Service are in the Candidate Information Packs.

Equality and Inclusion

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting applications from the Armed Forces Community.

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