Physiotherapist - Home-Based Community Rehab

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Astley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland in Edinburgh invites applications for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the Enhanced Rehabilitation Service. You will deliver high-quality assessment and home-based rehabilitation for adults with complex needs following acute illness, injury or decline, supporting the Edinburgh Home First approach.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with OTs, nurses and support workers, to enable safe discharge and effective care at home.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered physiotherapist or awaiting registration.
• Passionate about person-centred rehabilitation and Home First principles.
• Excellent communicator with patients, carers and colleagues; organized and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality assessment and rehabilitation to adults with complex conditions in the home setting.
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists, Assistant Practitioners and nursing colleagues as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support Edinburgh Home First approach by enabling safe discharge and avoiding unnecessary hospital stays.
• Prioritise workload in a fast-paced community service environment.

Skills

HCPC registration

Excellent communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Patient-centered care

Job description

NHS Scotland in Edinburgh invites applications for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join the Enhanced Rehabilitation Service. You will deliver high-quality assessment and home-based rehabilitation for adults with complex needs following acute illness, injury or decline, supporting the Edinburgh Home First approach.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, coordinating with OTs, nurses and support workers, to enable safe discharge and effective care at home.