Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

NHS Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is seeking an experienced Specialist Physiotherapist to provide highly specialised clinical care within a designated specialty at Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

The postholder will manage a complex caseload, provide expert assessment, diagnosis and treatment, and lead a team of physiotherapists, assistants and students. It includes contributing to governance, education and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy (HCPC-registered).
• Advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Experience with complex patients and multi-pathology care.
• Ability to supervise and develop junior staff and students.
• Knowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement.
• Experience with MDT working and effective communication.
• Independent work including emergency respiratory on-call.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop specialised treatment plans for complex cases.
• Lead day-to-day physiotherapy services within the Medical Unit.
• Supervise and develop staff and students.
• Contribute to service planning, education and governance.
• Ensure high-quality records and adherence to guidelines.

Skills

Advanced clinical assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment planning

Supervision & mentoring

CPD evidence

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Independent practice including on-call

Education

Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy

HCPC registration

Tools

IT systems and software

Physiotherapy equipment maintenance

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are seeking an experienced Specialist Physiotherapist to provide highly specialised clinical care within a designated specialty. The postholder will manage a complex caseload, undertaking advanced patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment and discharge planning for patients with complex and multiple clinical presentations. The role also includes leading and supporting a team of physiotherapists, assistants and students, acting as a specialist clinical resource, and contributing to service development, clinical governance, audit, education and quality improvement initiatives.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

• Permanent
• Glasgow Royal Infirmary
• 36 Hours - Monday to Sunday

Key responsibilities:

The postholder will be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of their clinical practice and patient care. They will assess, analyse and interpret complex clinical information to formulate accurate diagnoses and develop, implement and evaluate specialised physiotherapy treatment programmes. The role involves managing a complex caseload, providing specialist advice to colleagues and multidisciplinary teams, maintaining high-quality patient records, and ensuring care is delivered in accordance with recognised professional standards and clinical guidelines. In addition, the postholder will lead the day-to-day delivery of physiotherapy services within the Medical Unit, supervise and develop staff and students, contribute to service planning and improvement, participate in multidisciplinary working, lead clinical audit and governance activities, deliver education and training programmes, support staff development, and ensure the safe management and use of physiotherapy equipment and relevant IT systems.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
• Current HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist.
• Significant postgraduate experience within a relevant specialist clinical area.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Advanced clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills.
• Experience of managing patients with complex and multiple pathologies.
• Knowledge of clinical governance, audit and quality improvement methodologies.
• Understanding of national clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.
• Experience of supervising, mentoring and developing junior staff and students.
• Ability to deliver education, training and in-service development programmes.
• Knowledge of multidisciplinary team working and effective communication practices.
• Experience of service development and implementation of best practice standards.
• Competent user of relevant IT systems and software packages.
• Knowledge of safe use, maintenance and monitoring of physiotherapy equipment.
• Ability to work independently, including participation in emergency respiratory on-call services.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.

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