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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.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Practitioner at University Hospital Ayr.
What You Will Do
This new post will collaborate with experienced clinicians and health care professionals to have a meaningful impact on care. The post will support discharge, continue treatment plans of patients, and initiate treatments within specified parameters and contribute to training. You will also be involved in the ordering, stock management, and internal administrative processes which contribute to the work of the AHP Front door team. Once you have had the relevant support and training, you will have responsibility for the day-to-day management of your own caseload. By operating a partly shared team caseload, we are able to offer excellent opportunities for practice supervision and shadowing in a wide range of clinical areas.
Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required To Do The Job
You should possess a formal qualification at HNC Level or equivalent level of experience in a health / education / social care environment plus short specialist courses relevant to specific clinical area. Experience and confidence using electronic systems e.g., Microsoft Word. Evidence of competencies and skills required to deliver this post is essential e.g., excellent time management, great interpersonal/communication skills, organisational skills, self-motivation, and ability to work as part of a team.
Hours
37 per week.
UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership
UK driving licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Susan Webster, ICT South Team Lead, Tel: 01292 660444
or email Susan.Webster@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
Holly Lihou, Physiotherapist Clinical Lead, email holly.lihou@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
Additional Information For Candidates
You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
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