Physiotherapist / Specialist Physiotherapist - Band 5 or 6

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in the heart of Scotland for a dedicated Physiotherapist to join a dynamic Intermediate Care Team. This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for older patients through comprehensive assessment and treatment in diverse environments, including hospitals and home settings. The position offers flexibility and the chance to make a significant impact on patient independence and rehabilitation. Join a supportive team that values professional development and diversity, ensuring your contributions lead to meaningful change in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Family-friendly policies

Support for disabled candidates

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration required.
• Experience with older adults and community rehabilitation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Join the Intermediate Care Team at Glenrothes Hospital.
• Provide assessment and treatment for older patients in various settings.

Skills

NHS experience

Assessment skills

Treatment skills

Audit experience

Service development

Supervision of junior staff

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Job description

Job Description:

Glenrothes Hospital

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join our Intermediate Care Team based in Glenrothes Hospital as part of the Integrated Community Assessment and Support Service (ICASS).

You will require NHS experience working with adults, mainly Older People, with assessment and treatment skills related to this patient group.

Patients are seen as inpatients, in their own homes, homely settings, or as outpatients. The team focuses on inpatient and community rehabilitation, preventing unnecessary admissions, supporting early discharge, and enabling patients to remain independent at home.

You need a degree in Physiotherapy, registration with the HCPC, and evidence of ongoing professional development suitable for the band. Experience in audit, service development, and supervising junior staff (Band 6 level) is required.

There may be occasions to work at other community hospital sites. Our service offers supervision, PDP, and training opportunities. The ability to travel within the area is essential, as part of this community-based role. Working hours are flexible over 7 days, with public holiday work (excluding Christmas Day and New Year's Day).

Interviews will be conducted face-to-face.

For informal enquiries, please contact Jane Baird, Physiotherapy Team Leader.

Note: Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this role may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a 'regulated role,' appointment is subject to joining the PVG Scheme. Details will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more information, please visit the relevant government website.

NHS Fife is legally obliged to verify your right to work in the UK. If you are not a UK or Irish national, please confirm your right to work in your application. NHS Scotland values diversity and encourages applications from all societal sections, supporting equality and inclusion.

We offer flexible working, family-friendly policies, and support for disabled candidates, long-term conditions, or neurodivergent individuals through reasonable adjustments.