Job reference: 244382
Salary: Band 8B (£76,888 - £82,251)
Job closing date: 14/04/2026
Job Type: Allied Health Professions
Location: NHS Tayside Sites
Employment type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 36
Job posted date: 31/03/2026
Employer (NHS Board): NHS Tayside
Department: Long Term Conditions Team

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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.


Location : NHS Tayside - base to be discussed at interview

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Consultant Occupational Therapist to lead the development and delivery of specialist rehabilitation for Energy‑Limiting Long‑Term Conditions including Long Covid and ME/CFS. The post provides expert clinical practice, strategic leadership, advanced consultancy, education and research oversight across an AHP‑led service.

You will work with the highest level of professional autonomy, guiding pathway design, MDT development, and evidence‑based practice. Applicants must be HCPC‑registered with extensive senior OT experience (Band 7 or above) and advanced skills in leadership, service development, and management of complex, multi‑system LTC presentations.

This post represents a key leadership role in shaping rehabilitation for a growing and complex patient population.

Informal enquiries to: Morag Hambleton, AHP Service Manager Angus, telephone 01241 822580 Ext 21280 or Email morag.hambleton@nhs.scot

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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