251189 (SNIS) Specialist Physiotherapist

Healthcare & Medical
Midlothian
June 18, 2026
Permanent
Urgent

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.

NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Midlothian Community Respiratory Team, Intermediate Care Team.

Midlothian Community Respiratory team treats COPD patients in the community, preventing admissions, treating acute exacerbations at home and optimising respiratory care in a holistic way. The team is multidisciplinary with support from Psychology and Dietetics. We accept referrals from GPs, hospital staff, SAS and community health care professionals.

There is 1 permanent Band 6 physio post available.

Responsibilities

  • Working with patients in a home and clinic setting to optimise the care and self management of patients with COPD
  • Supervision of Band 5 Physiotherapists, assistant practitioners, clinical support workers and students
  • Deputising for the team lead and APP staff where appropriate
  • Developing and participating in training programmes for the local CRT service and wider national training
  • Maintaining own CPD and TURAS in line with the 4 pillars of practice

Requirements

The post holder must possess a PVG Scheme membership or record. If not currently a PVG member for the required regulatory group (child and/or adult) an application must be made to Disclosure Scotland and a satisfactory check must be completed before appointment.

Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than is currently the case. If the post is assessed as a regulated role, the appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Legal Requirements

To work in the United Kingdom, an individual must demonstrate the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service.

Contact

Claire Yerramasu –

Liz Rogers –

Location

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