214678 Therapy Assistant Practitioner (KMc)

NHS Scotland; Livingston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Assistant Practitioner to join their dynamic team in West Lothian. This part-time role focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered assessments and therapies across various community pathways. As part of a forward-thinking partnership, you will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative care solutions and make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about integrated working and improving patient experiences, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Band 3 or Band 4 Therapeutic Assistant Practitioner.
• Ability to deliver assessments and therapy in community settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centered assessment and therapy across community pathways.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for patient rehabilitation.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Assessment skills

Therapeutic techniques

Collaboration

Education

Relevant health care qualification

Job description

Job Opportunity: Band 3/Band 4 Therapeutic Assistant Practitioner

NHS Scotland is committed to promoting equality and diversity within our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We aim for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and empowered. We welcome applications from all sections of society.

We support disabled candidates, those with long-term conditions, or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policies and practices.

Note on Criminal Records Check: Due to legislative changes effective from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check. If classified as a 'regulated role', appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Any updates to requirements will be communicated by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more information, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.

About the Role

Are you an experienced Band 3 or Band 4 Therapeutic Assistant Practitioner seeking a new challenge? West Lothian continues to invest in community assessment and rehabilitation through our Home First programme. This initiative includes significant investment in community Allied Health Professions (AHP) teams and new funding to improve patient pathways via a community single point of contact.

We are looking for experienced practitioners to join our growing team, delivering person-centered assessment and therapy across various community pathways, including pre-admission, discharge assessments, virtual community hospital wards, and step-down intermediate care facilities.

Our Team and Values

You will join a stable, dynamic multidisciplinary team passionate about integrated working, prioritizing patient outcomes and experience. Your role will involve collaborating with inpatient colleagues to facilitate early supported discharge and provide community rehabilitation.

We are a forward-thinking partnership committed to excellence, innovation, and safe, compassionate patient care. Our focus is on patient safety, placing the patient at the center of all decisions, and ensuring they receive appropriate care in the right setting with the right professionals to optimize outcomes.

Join Us

We invite you to become part of the West Lothian Home First story. Please note, as this is a part-time position, the salary will be pro-rata.

Contact

For informal inquiries, please contact Dawn O Robertson at 01506 524 149 or email [e-mail].