Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS Grampian; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a full-time Rotational Physiotherapist at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. This position involves providing specialist physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and discharge planning within an acute hospital setting. You will rotate through various specialties including HDU, ITU and others, contributing to weekend and on-call services as needed. The role offers a chance to expand your physiotherapy skills in a dynamic environment, and interviews will be arranged virtually if required.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute hospital settings.
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Adaptability to rotating through various specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide physiotherapy assessment and diagnosis.
• Deliver treatment and discharge planning for patients.
• Participate in rotations through various specialist units.

Skills

Specialist physiotherapy assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment and discharge planning

Teamwork within MDT

Job description

Hours: 37 hours per week Rotational Physiotherapist Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Overview

The Acute Physiotherapy team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary are looking to recruit a full‑time permanent post. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge and experience of acute hospital working.

Responsibilities

Providing specialist physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning. Working as part of an MDT is vital.

Rotation Details

• Annual rotation through HDU, ITU, Acute Stroke, Neurosurgery, Medical specialities, Trauma, Frailty, and other regional specialist units.
• Contribute to weekend and/or on‑call services.
• Potential 5/7 rotation in some rotations as NHS Grampian is proactively working towards 7‑day services.

Additional Information

As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part‑time hours will be reduced pro‑rata but there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so pay will not be affected.

Contact

• Alex MacKenzie, Lead Physiotherapist, tel [phone]
• Sarah Hughson, Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, tel [phone]

Interview

Interviews are planned to be on Tuesday 24 February 2026. If you are unable to attend an interview in person we will happily arrange a virtual interview.