Rotational Physiotherapist — 36h, Permanent, NHS

Nhs Ayrshire & Arran; Kilmarnock; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is seeking a Rotational Physiotherapist (Band 5) to work across community and acute services in the Crosshouse area. The post is permanent, 36 hours per week, with involvement in the out-of-hours on-call rota. A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

You will deliver patient-centred physiotherapy, rotate through specialties, and contribute to multi-disciplinary care and discharge planning. HCPC registration and a physiotherapy degree are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• Sound understanding of physiotherapy principles and evidence-based practice across clinical areas.
• Newly qualified physiotherapists are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred physiotherapy across musculoskeletal, inpatient, and rehab settings.
• Assess, plan and implement individualised treatment programmes to promote recovery and discharge planning.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team, contribute to service development, and participate in supervision and training.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and ensure safe, effective care delivery.
• Rotate through departments; participate in Ayrshire on-call rota; car access is essential.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

HCPC registered

Tools

Electronic patient records

Job description

NHS Ayrshire & Arran is seeking a Rotational Physiotherapist (Band 5) to work across community and acute services in the Crosshouse area. The post is permanent, 36 hours per week, with involvement in the out-of-hours on-call rota. A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

You will deliver patient-centred physiotherapy, rotate through specialties, and contribute to multi-disciplinary care and discharge planning. HCPC registration and a physiotherapy degree are required.