Salary guide
Rehabilitation Specialist
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Rehabilitation is key to NHS patient recovery
Other names this job is known by
- Rehab Therapist
- Recovery Specialist
Key responsibilities
- Assess and treat patients recovering from injury or illness
- Develop and implement rehab plans
- Advise on exercises and adaptations
- Monitor progress and outcomes
- Liaise with healthcare teams and families
- Educate patients and carers
- Maintain records
- Stay updated on rehab research
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or health
- Experience in rehab roles
- Communication and empathy
- Organisation and creativity
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Specialist
- Service Manager
- Academic roles
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or health
- Complete a relevant degree
- Gain experience in rehab roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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