Specialist Msk Physiotherapist

NHS Highland; Oban; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Highland in Oban is seeking a Specialist MSK Physiotherapist to join the outpatient physiotherapy team at Lorn & Islands Hospital. The role involves managing an independent caseload of musculoskeletal outpatients and requires HCPC registration with a physiotherapy degree.

Flexible and adaptable, you will work well in a team with strong communication skills. This permanent post offers a Band 6 salary and a 36-hour week in a scenic west coast location.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered physiotherapist with a degree in Physiotherapy.
• Musculoskeletal experience essential; ability to manage an independent caseload.
• Flexible and adaptable approach; excellent communication and team-working skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of musculoskeletal outpatients.
• Provide outpatient physiotherapy within the Lorn & Islands Hospital team.

Skills

HCPC registered

Musculoskeletal experience

Communication

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Specialist MSK Physiotherapist
Job reference: 262817
Salary: Band 6 (£43,231 - £52,679)
Job closing date: 04/11/2026
Job Type: Allied Health Professions
Location: Lorn & Islands Hospital
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Department: Lorn & Islands Hospital
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

A motivated and enthusiastic HCPC registered physiotherapist is required to join the outpatient physiotherapy team covering Lorn and Islands Hospital, Oban managing an independent caseload of predominantly musculoskeletal outpatients.

You must have a degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy and must have a flexible and adaptable approach to work. Previous experience in a musculoskeletal role is essential. An ability to work independently is necessary along with excellent communication and team working skills.

Evidence of continuing professional development will be required.

Oban is a busy west coast town surrounded by scenic countryside, two hours from . It has good rail and road links to the major cities and is also the centre for many island ferries. If you're keen to combine an excellent, forward thinking and dynamic working environment with fantastic lifestyle opportunities, then the Physiotherapy service in Oban has everything you need.

Informal enquiries: Derek Laidler or Gemma Bruce on 01631 788983.

Additional information for candidates

• Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
• Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers.
• Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.

About NHS Highland

NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.

Our values

Care and compassion, dignity and respect, openness, honesty and responsibility, quality and teamwork.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce.