Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner

3 weeks ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time
About the Role

NHS Scotland is committed to delivering high-quality patient care, and we are seeking a skilled Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join our team.

As a key member of our AHP Therapy team, you will work closely with qualified AHP staff to assess patient care needs, modify treatment plans, and deliver care without supervision. You will also support the team by taking an active clinical role within the specialist clinical area, guided by evidence-based protocols.

To succeed in this role, you will need to be able to work independently, delegate tasks effectively, and maximize the use of technology to support efficient service delivery.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment, and we welcome applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Please note that this post requires a PVG Scheme membership/record, and you will need to have a satisfactory Disclosure Scotland check before starting in the role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assess patient care needs and modify treatment plans
  • Deliver care without supervision
  • Support qualified AHP staff in the specialist clinical area
  • Delegate tasks effectively and maximize the use of technology
What We Offer

NHS Scotland offers a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, excellent training and development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

We are committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our staff, and we offer a range of benefits to support this, including access to employee assistance programs and occupational health services.



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