Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine

Job details

• Job reference: 247441
• Salary: Consultant (£111,430 - £148,064)
• Job closing date: 23/07/2026
• Job Type: Medical and Dental
• Location: Glenrothes Hospital
• Employment type: Permanent
• Hours Per Week: 40
• Job posted date: 09/07/2026
• Employer (NHS Board): NHS Fife
• Department: Fife Rehabilitation Services

Interview Date: 17th August 2026An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Stroke/General Rehabilitation Medicine to join the Fife Rehabilitation Service team. The service provides both in patient and outpatient/community services as part of an multi-disciplinary team approach.The FRS multi-disciplinary team comprises medical staff, specialist nurses, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, dietetics and clinical psychology.The successful candidate will join a highly motivated and supportive team who are committed to providing high quality care to the people of Fife.There are established close links with the Stroke Units (acute & rehab), major trauma teams and neurosurgery.If you feel that you have the skills to support the provision of Stroke/General Rehabilitative care in Fife and a desire to support the continued development of the Fife Rehabilitation Service, please contact the individuals below for informal enquiries. Dr Aylene Kelman, Associate Medical Director via her PA sarah.taylor8@nhs.scot

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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.Please be aware that the interviews are scheduled for the 30th July'