Please note this vacancy is only open to current NHS Ayrshire and Arran Staff
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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
Our purpose:
Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.
Our values:
* Caring, safe, respectful
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please click here - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
What you will do:
This is a rotational post only within the MSK Physiotherapy Service - Ayrshire wide. (University Hospital Crosshouse, University Hospital Ayr and Ayrshire Central Hospital)
The majority of the caseload consists of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions, but in addition you could be referred patients who have multiple pathologies. As a Physiotherapist in MSK you will have a special interest in the management of musculoskeletal conditions to work within MSK services in NHS Ayrshire & Arran.
You will provide direct clinical care, which encompasses physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. You will contribute to the working of a physiotherapy team but be expected to work independently for the majority of the day. There will also be a range of developments opportunities available, alongside structured support from senior MSK clinicians.
This post offers developmental opportunities across the 3 sites to gain knowledge in Orthopaedics, Complex Case Clinics, Pain Management, Emergency Department, Rheumatology, Occupational Health, Primary Care Services, and the Specialist Hand Service. This knowledge will help to develop your skills in MSK assessment and management. We have recently introduced the use of telephone and video virtual clinics so training will be given in this.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
* Diploma/MSc/BSc. in Physiotherapy.
* Current Health Care Professions Council registration.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Digital literacy
* Team worker.
* Car driver
* Appetite for learning
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
37 hours per week - secondment post for a 12 month period
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Fiona Holliman on 01563 827130 or via Fiona.holliman@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
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