Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Peebles; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Borders invites applications for a Specialist Physiotherapist – Musculoskeletal Outpatients based at Haylodge Health Centre, Peebles. This fixed term maternity cover is 12 months, part-time (29.6 hours per week), Band 6, and requires expertise in MSK assessment and treatment.

You will assess and manage outpatient referrals, develop care plans, supervise junior staff and contribute to service improvement while working autonomously within the team.

Qualifications

• Experienced MSK physiotherapist with outpatient skills.
• Ability to autonomously assess and treat patients.
• Experience supervising junior staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients referred to outpatient MSK service.
• Develop and document care plans and discharge summaries.
• Provide expert advice to colleagues and contribute to service improvement.

Skills

MSK Physiotherapist

Autonomous practice

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

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Location – Health Centres-Haylodge Health Centre, Peebles

Specialist Physiotherapist – Musculoskeletal Outpatients

Fixed term contract for 12 months to cover maternity leave

Hours-29.6

Band 6

We require experienced, highly motivated musculoskeletal physiotherapists to work within our team. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation skills.

As an MSK physiotherapist, you shall be assessing and treating patients referred into outpatient departments within the Borders. You will be based in Haylodge Health Centre, Peebles.

The post holder will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with a wide range of problems in outpatients. You shall work as an autonomous practitioner, developing appropriate packages of care, providing specialist clinical / professional advice to patients, carers and other Health Care Professionals. You will also be expected to supervise rotational junior staff and students on placements.

The post holder will contribute to service development to improve quality of healthcare through liaison with your Line Manager.

The Borders is a beautiful place to live and work. It has affordable housing and good schools and is now well connected with the Borders railway.

Informal enquiries are welcome. For further information, please contact Katherine Elliot, Physiotherapy Dept, Eyemouth Health Centre – 01890752600 [e-mail]

Whether you're early in your career or looking to take the next step into a more senior role, NHS Borders offers a supportive environment where you can grow, influence change, and make a real impact.

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