Community Physiotherapist – Reablement & Independence Focus

NHS Scotland; Lewis (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is inviting applications for a Band 6 Physiotherapist within the Short-Term Assessment and Reablement Team. The post is a permanent, full-time position offering 36 hours per week, with a focus on enabling independence and falls prevention across community settings.

The successful candidate will work within the Western Isles Health and Social Care Partnership, commuting to patients in their homes and across local settings, and will need a clean UK driving licence and access to a

Qualifications

• Registered physiotherapist (implied by posting).
• PVG Scheme registration required.

Responsibilities

• Support people in their own home or home setting to regain mobility, strength and independence.
• Contribute to Falls Prevention initiatives.
• Support urgent care, Hospital at Home and avoidance of hospital admission.
• Coordinate with Community Physiotherapy team and multi-disciplinary colleagues.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Job description

NHS Scotland is inviting applications for a Band 6 Physiotherapist within the Short-Term Assessment and Reablement Team. The post is a permanent, full-time position offering 36 hours per week, with a focus on enabling independence and falls prevention across community settings.

The successful candidate will work within the Western Isles Health and Social Care Partnership, commuting to patients in their homes and across local settings, and will need a clean UK driving licence and access to a