250606 (SNIS) Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

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Position Details

0.8 WTE Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner – 1 year temporary – Stroke Rehabilitation – Royal Victoria Building (RVB) – Western General Hospital (WGH).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and intervention to patients in the WGH stroke unit across the spectrum of stroke complexity.
• Contribute to clinical development and leadership of the stroke service in conjunction with Team Lead physiotherapists.
• Supervise, mentor and appraise other staff members and students.
• Lead complex stroke case management and apply effective leadership to deliver best clinical practice.
• Enhance the evidence base, promote clinical service development and modernisation in line with national and local strategic drivers.
• Participate in multidisciplinary teamwork with physiotherapy, allied health professionals, nurses, doctors and the activity coordinator.
• Apply QI methodology and support service development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Band 7 Advanced Practitioner physiotherapist qualification.
• Experience in stroke rehabilitation and complex case management.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision, mentorship and appraisal.
• Knowledge of and experience with QI methodology and service development.
• Valid PVG Scheme membership/record for the required regulatory group; if not currently a member, must be able to apply to Disclosure Scotland and comply with regulatory requirements.

Additional Information

The post is part‑time; salary will be pro‑rata. Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, a different level of criminal records check may be required. For further information or clarification please contact Nicola Simpson at 0131 465 9090.

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