NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
Specialist Respiratory Physiotherapist
Band 6
36 hours per week - Permanent
Pulmonary Rehabilitation GG&C & Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist Service South Sector
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated Physiotherapist to join our innovative and expanding Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist Service within NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde.
We are seeking a Band 6 Physiotherapist with a specialist interest in both the acute and long-term management of chronic respiratory conditions. This unique role offers the opportunity to work across an integrated multidisciplinary service, supporting patients throughout their respiratory care journey.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes across both hospital and community settings, helping people with chronic lung disease to maximise their independence, improve their quality of life, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.
As part of a multidisciplinary service, the post holder will contribute to the ongoing development and redesign of respiratory services across Greater Glasgow & Clyde. This includes supporting the continued implementation and evaluation of innovative digital healthcare solutions, including the DOCCLA COPD remote monitoring service, ensuring patients receive high-quality, person-centred care closer to home.
We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking registered Physiotherapist who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about service improvement, digital innovation, and delivering excellent patient care. You will join a supportive multidisciplinary team working across a board-wide service, with opportunities to contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and the future direction of respiratory care.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
This is a permanent, full-time post of 36 hours per week.
The role is based at Gartnavel General Hospital.
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday, 08.30 - 16.30
Key responsibilities:
Please see the attached Job Description below.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- A recognised Physiotherapy qualification and current HCPC registration.
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Post-registration experience.
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Experience or a strong interest in respiratory rehabilitation and chronic respiratory disease management.
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Excellent communication and multidisciplinary team-working skills.
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A commitment to service improvement, innovation, and delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
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A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
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Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
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Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
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Enhanced pay for working public holidays
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NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
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Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Fiona Galbraith, Operational Lead, Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Respiratory Services, [email protected], 0141 211 3392
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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