Specialist Physiotherapist

NHS Scotland; Dundee Township (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Scotland in Dundee is seeking a HCPC registered Physiotherapist to join the Band 6 development programme within the Respiratory and Surgical Pathway, spanning inpatient and community settings. Together the team provides care across Acute Surgical, Critical Care, Medical Respiratory, Pulmonary Rehabilitation, and more.

You will deliver high-quality interventions, develop and implement therapeutic programmes and discharge plans to support recovery.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Physiotherapist with current registration.
• Band 6 development programme involvement.
• Experience across respiratory and surgical pathway desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions across inpatient and community settings.
• Develop and implement therapeutic programmes and discharge plans.
• Work within a 7-day service model and support patient flow.
• Supervise junior staff, physiotherapy support workers and students.
• Contribute to Clinical Governance and service development.
• Participate in respiratory on-call duties after appropriate training.

Skills

Clinical governance

Team leadership

Supervision

Respiratory care

Education and training

Education

HCPC registered Physiotherapist

Job description

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.

Specialist Physiotherapist – Respiratory And Surgical Pathway

Full-Time Permanent Post (Part time hours will be considered)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HCPC registered Physiotherapist to join our band 6 development programme in Dundee.

This Post Is Part Of a Team Of Specialist Physiotherapists Working Within The Respiratory And Surgical Pathway, Which Spans Both Inpatient And Community Settings. Together The Team Provides a Varied And Rewarding Service Across Multiple Specialties Including

Acute Surgical (Colorectal, Upper GI, Hepatobiliary, ENT, Maxilo-facial and Vascular)

Critical Care (ICU, Surgical and Medical HDU)

Medical Respiratory

Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Cystic Fibrosis and Complex Infection

Outpatient Respiratory Services

Depending on service need and individual development goals, the post may offer the opportunity to rotate across these specialties.

As a Band 6 Physiotherapist, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality interventions across the range of clinical areas. You will develop and implement therapeutic programmes and discharge plans that support recovery and continuity of care. Working within a 7-day service model, you will contribute to patient flow and enhanced outcomes. In addition, you will supervise and support junior staff, physiotherapy support workers, and students, fostering a collaborative and educational environment. Your role will also involve active participation in Clinical Governance, service development initiatives, and the integration of evidence-based practice. Following appropriate training, you will undertake respiratory on-call duties.

Applicants should have previous experience in at least some of areas covered, as well as a strong interest in developing skills across the respiratory and surgical pathway. This is an excellent opportunity to build and consolidate specialist clinical skills within a supportive team, whilst making a real impact on patient care.