Physiotherapist

About the Role

NHS Fife invites applications for the position of Band 5 Physiotherapist to become part of the Community Rehabilitation Team located in Glenrothes. This opportunity suits newly qualified physiotherapists aiming to hone foundational clinical expertise, or current Band 5 professionals eager to expand their experience within a supportive, dynamic rehabilitation setting. The team provides personalized, goal-oriented rehabilitation services to adults recovering from medical, surgical, neurological, or frailty-associated conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physiotherapy assessments and deliver treatment and rehabilitation for adult patients presenting diverse conditions.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team comprising physiotherapists, occupational therapists, assistant practitioners, and rehabilitation support workers to develop and implement patient-centered rehabilitation plans.
• Facilitate safe patient discharge processes and ensure appropriate referrals and communication with community services.
• Engage in service improvement initiatives, quality assurance, and audits.
• Support the education and development of students and rehabilitation support workers as appropriate.
• Maintain precise and timely clinical records consistent with HCPC standards and NHS Fife policies.

Candidate Profile

• HCPC registration is required; pending registration acceptable for recent graduates.
• Possess strong skills in communication, organization, and clinical reasoning.
• Demonstrate empathy and adaptability with a commitment to person-centered care.
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to continuous professional development and learning.

Additional Information

Applicants must confirm legal eligibility to work in the United Kingdom. Non-UK/EC/EEA nationals should declare their visa status and leave expiry date on their application. Sponsorship under the UK Skilled Worker or Health & Care Worker Visa may be an option for certain posts pending eligibility and employer licensing.

NHS Fife promotes equal opportunities and implements a strict no-smoking policy. Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies are offered. The organization supports disabled and neurodivergent candidates by providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

Applicants are encouraged to provide genuine, original responses in applications; use of AI tools should be limited to editing and idea generation only. Misuse of AI-generated content may result in application withdrawal.