Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant in Stroke/General Rehabilitation Medicine to join the Fife Rehabilitation Service team.

The FRS multi-disciplinary team comprises medical staff, specialist nurses, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, dietetics, and clinical psychology.

The successful candidate will join a highly motivated and supportive team committed to providing high quality care to the people of Fife.

There are established close links with the Stroke Units (acute & rehab), major trauma teams, and neurosurgery.

Contact

Dr Aylene Kelman, Associate Medical Director – PA: sarah.taylor8@nhs.scot

Nicola Harkins – Clinical Services Manager: Nicola.harkins@nhs.scot

Interview Dates

Interview Date: 17th August 2026

Interviews are scheduled for the 30th July (year unspecified).

Application Notes

All applicants must confirm their right to work in the UK. If you are not a UK, European Community, or European Economic Area national, please state the visa category under which you are legally entitled to work in the UK and the expiry date of your leave to remain.

For certain post types, sponsors may be available if the employer is a licensed sponsor and the post meets salary thresholds. Check the government website for eligibility criteria.

It is essential that you already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible for sponsorship before submitting your application.

We offer flexible working and family‑friendly policies and fully support disabled and neurodivergent candidates by making reasonable adjustments.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society.