Team Lead Physiotherapist – Orthopaedics

Overview

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The post:
An opportunity to recruit an experienced physiotherapist to lead the Orthopaedic inpatient AHP Team within Borders General Hospital. Leading and working in a multi-disciplinary team, the post holder will support patients in the acute setting to rehabilitate following elective surgery and trauma. The role has a mix of clinical and managerial responsibilities requiring skills in both areas.

From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will reduce from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be reduced pro-rata, with a corresponding increase in the hourly rate so that pay is not affected.

• Lead the Orthopaedic inpatient AHP Team within Borders General Hospital.
• Work in a multi-disciplinary team to support rehabilitation in the acute setting following elective surgery and trauma.
• Take on a mix of clinical and managerial responsibilities.
• Report on a number of Orthopaedic pathways and line-manage Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy staff from bands 3–6.

• Extensive experience in Orthopaedic rehabilitation is essential.

For an informal discussion please contact Amanda Harrison, AHP Service Lead for Physiotherapy, on

Because of legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If assessed as a "regulated role", appointment will be subject to joining the PVG Scheme. If there are changes, these will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, please visit  for information on changes to disclosure rules.

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It is essential that you have checked you have the right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible for sponsorship BEFORE submitting your application.

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  We cannot accept late applications, so please ensure your application is submitted early.

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