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Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner - Surgical, Kilmarnock
Client: NHS Scotland
Location: Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: ffa4661c28db
Job Views: 4
Posted: 26.03.2025
Expiry Date: 10.05.2025
Job Description:
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.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring, and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home
Position: An opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
1. To work autonomously as part of a team delivering Rehabilitation to individuals in their own homes/ward/clinic within competencies.
2. To screen/assess patients and carry own caseload in process under pathways supervised by Physiotherapist.
3. To initiate and implement treatment programmes according to protocols and pathways set up by Physiotherapist, monitoring patient progress within scope of practice.
4. Work without direct supervision, reporting back patient progress and informing the Physiotherapist of any possible deviations from protocols/pathway.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
1. SVQ 3, HNC or equivalent experience.
2. Extensive experience working with people in a health/social care setting.
3. Ability to recognise indicators of rehabilitation needs.
4. Digital literacy.
5. Ability to work closely with people in various settings with various physical or mental health issues.
Hours:
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: Georgie Garrick, Team Lead Physiotherapist, Trauma and Surgery on 01563 521133 pager 3018 or email, [emailprotected]
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES:
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
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Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at UK Visas and Immigration.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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