Band 6 Oncology Physiotherapist – Lymphoedema & Haematology

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.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country.

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

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, its appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme.

Please note: As this post is part time, the salary will be pro rata.

NHS LOTHIAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DIVISION Therapy Services – WGH Band 6 Inpatient Oncology, Haematology and Lymphoedema Physiotherapy 12 months Temporary 14.4 hours

We have an exciting opportunity for a physiotherapist with an enthusiasm for working with patients within Oncology.

This post holder will be responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients on the inpatient oncology wards in the Western General Hospital as well as working towards managing a caseload of out patients, including those with cancer related lymphoedema, living in the Edinburgh and Lothians area.

If no previous postgraduate qualifications in lymphoedema assessment and management, the post holder will be expected to complete a post graduate certificate in lymphoedema practice if this post is extended.

This is a varied and challenging clinical area where candidates need to demonstrate clinical experience of assessing and treating patients with neurological, respiratory and general mobility problems. Experience in delivering acute Oncology physiotherapy care would be of benefit as would experience in lymphoedema management.

This is a developing service and an exciting opportunity on offer for a suitable candidate.

Therapy Services support staff development through appraisal process, supervision and CPD opportunities.

For further information please contact: Sam Stirling –

Ellen Hardie –