Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland; Clydebank; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Clydebank is seeking a motivated physiotherapist to join a multidisciplinary team focused on enhancing recovery after cardiothoracic and elective orthopaedic surgery. This permanent role involves supporting a high standard of patient care within a dynamic environment. Flexible working options are available, inviting applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated physiotherapist required.
• Experience in cardiothoracic and elective orthopaedic surgery preferred.
• Commitment to seven-day working and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Join a multidisciplinary team promoting enhanced recovery.
• Work with the national heart transplant service.
• Support staff development and provide patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a busy environment

Ability to work flexible shifts

Job description

The Golden Jubilee University National Hospital provides elective orthopaedic surgeries to patients throughout Scotland to assist in the reduction of waiting times. It is also the West of Scotland Heart & Lung Centre.

This exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, experienced, and motivated physiotherapist to join the team on a permanent basis. The post offers an opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team promoting enhanced recovery after cardiothoracic and elective orthopaedic surgery. Successful candidates for the rotational posts will also gain experience in our national heart transplant service, which is the only heart transplant unit in Scotland.

NHS Golden Jubilee is committed to supporting staff development.

The successful candidates will have excellent communication skills, be driven, and able to work effectively in a busy and sometimes unpredictable environment. There will be a commitment to seven-day working, late shifts, and on-call duties.

Please indicate on your application whether you are applying for the Rotational – Cardiothoracic & Orthopaedics or Static – Orthopaedics post.

Candidates who have previously applied for Physiotherapist post No. 216065 need not apply.

For further information, please contact Clare Burke, Cardiothoracic Physiotherapy team lead, at [e-mail], or Debbie Renfrew, Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team lead.

NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

As a disability confident leader, we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support during any stage of the recruitment process, please refer to the job pack for more information.

NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organization and are proud of our diverse workforce.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.