Specialist Physiotherapist – Band 6
Full-time | Permanent | Moray H&SCP
Ready to take your physiotherapy career to the next level?
Join our dynamic Discharge to Assess (D2A) Team in beautiful Moray and make a real difference in people’s lives. This is your chance to work in a therapy-led, innovative service that supports patients transitioning from hospital to home, focusing on rehabilitation, independence, and wellbeing.
Why this role?
* Impactful Work: Assess patients in their own homes and support them to regain independence through goal-oriented, person-centred rehab.
* Collaborative Team: Work alongside Occupational Therapists, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, and Therapy Support Workers in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.
* Professional Growth: Benefit from robust supervision, mentoring, and quality improvement opportunities. You’ll be encouraged to develop your skills through post-graduate training and service innovation.
* Leadership Support: Operational and professional supervision from an experienced Band 7 Physiotherapist ensures you’re supported while shaping the future of community rehab in Moray.
What we offer:
* A forward-thinking team committed to excellence and evidence-based practice.
* Opportunities to contribute to service development and quality improvement projects.
* A stunning location to live and work – explore Moray’s coastline, culture, and outdoor lifestyle!
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Who we’re looking for:
* A qualified, HCPC registered Physiotherapist with post-graduate experience and a passion for community rehab.
* A full UK driving license, access to a vehicle with business insurance
* Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment and is eager to innovate.
Interested? Let’s talk!
Contact:
* Alan Bulcraig, Lead Physiotherapist – 01343 567322 | alan.bulcraig@nhs.scot
* Kirsty McLeod, Highly Specialist Physiotherapist – 01343 567961 | kirsty.mcleod2@nhs.scot
* Dawn Duncan, Lead Occupational Therapist – 01343 567244 | dawn.duncan@nhs.scot
Interviews are scheduled for Wednesday 4th March at Dr Grays 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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
As from 1/4/26, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reducing from 37 to 36 hours per week. Part time hours will be reduced pro-rata. However, there will be a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay will not be affected.
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