EG226918 - Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine

Role Overview

We invite applications for a Rehabilitation Medicine Consultant position based at Woodend Hospital in Aberdeen. The role evolved following the retirement of a former Consultant and involves providing consultancy input at the Major Trauma Centre in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and for inpatients in the Neurorehabilitation Unit (NRU) at Woodend Hospital. The post also entails sessional commitments to outpatient clinics for patients transitioning into adult services and for those with posture or movement disorders, including management of patients receiving Botulinum Toxin injections and Baclofen pumps.

Responsibilities

• Provide Rehabilitation Medicine consultant input at the Major Trauma Centre and Neurorehabilitation Unit.
• Consult to inpatient teams at Woodend Hospital and ARI.
• Deliver sessional care in outpatient clinics, including adults transition care and posture / movement disorder management.
• Collaborate closely with specialist nursing colleagues and Allied Health Professionals such as Neuropsychology, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and wheelchair services.
• Participate in community rehabilitation work where required.
• Contribute to trainee training, undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes.
• Engage in research activities within the service.

Qualifications

EEO Statement

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among its workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for the workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Closing Date

4 December 2025.

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