Home First Response Service Physiotherapist-Community Services

TN United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist for their Home First Response Service in Paisley. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, focusing on patient outcomes and community interventions. You will play a crucial role in improving discharge processes and supporting patients in returning home. The position promises a supportive environment that values quality improvement and service development, making it ideal for those passionate about enhancing healthcare delivery. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to diversity and inclusion, where your contributions can make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a degree in Physiotherapy and relevant clinical experience.
• Interest in Quality Improvement and Service Development is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with acute and community teams to support patient discharge.
• Autonomous working within a team environment focusing on community interventions.

Skills

Physiotherapy

Quality Improvement

Service Development

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Physiotherapy

Job description

Home First Response Service Physiotherapist-Community Services, Paisley

Client:

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde

Location:

Paisley, Scotland

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

21a0780ea591

Job Views:

3

Posted:

10.05.2025

Expiry Date:

24.06.2025

Job Description:

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. The organization provides acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

This is a permanent, full-time position with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

The Home First Response Service is a new initiative aimed at working collaboratively with acute and community teams to identify frailty and support patients to return home or stay in a homely setting. The physiotherapist will work within the RAH, focusing on community inreach, with supervision supported by the Renfrewshire HSCP. The role involves working at the hospital's front door, collaborating with ED, assessment units, and frailty services to improve patient outcomes through community interventions that facilitate quick discharge home. The position is managed under the Renfrewshire HSCP management structure. Candidates with an interest in Quality Improvement and Service Development are encouraged to apply. The role requires autonomous working within a team environment.

Additional Information:

Contact details for the Recruitment Service can be found in the Candidate Information Packs.

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde promotes diversity and encourages applications from all community sections. The organization is committed to inclusion and is a Forces Friendly Employer, supporting military community applications.

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