Job details
- Job reference: 260208
- Salary: Band 5 (£34,544 - £43,039)
- Job closing date: 04/10/2026
- Job Type: Allied Health Professions
- Location: Caithness General Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 18/09/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Highland
- Department: Physiotherapy - Caithness General Hospital
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our dynamic physiotherapy team in Caithness.
This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified physiotherapists or those looking to broaden their clinical experience across a diverse range of specialties.
This role offers the opportunity to work across a varied and rewarding physiotherapy service with rotation of work setting within the Caithness Area to include:
- Acute and Rehabilitation Inpatient Wards and A&E
- MSK / Rehab Outpatients/ Classes
- Rehabilitation in Community/ Domiciliary
What We’re Looking For -
- HCPC registration (or pending for upcoming graduates).
- A positive, proactive approach to learning and development of self, others Quality improvement and service development.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work effectively within an MDT and support, develop and supervise band 3 & 4 Physiotherapy staff and students.
A current driving licence is an essential requirement of this post. However, if you have a disability which precludes you from holding a driving licence, consideration will be given if alternative transport can be arranged.
Informal enquiries to Jenny Peasley, Integrated Team Manager, jenny.peasley@nhs.scot
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This advert is for Physiotherapist with NHS Highland in Wick, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 5 Physiotherapist role. The advertised salary is £34,544 - £43,039. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 04 Oct 2026.
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