MSK Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner – Patient-Focused

NHS National Services Scotland; Hamilton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

NHS pension scheme

Salary progression

Sick leave provision

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a Physiotherapist to implement and adapt treatment programmes in hospital or community settings. You will work with a patient-centered approach, using specialist skills to deliver flexible care.

The post may involve 5/7 shifts and varies by care group. You will manage a delegated caseload, apply and adjust treatments, plan prioritisation, and lead groups as directed by the supervising Physiotherapist.

Qualifications

• HNC Level or equivalent qualification in a health/education/social care environment.
• Awareness of health legislation relevant to the clinical area.
• Knowledge of clinical processes, techniques and activities relevant to the client group.
• Ability to apply a range of technical and practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a delegated clinical caseload following a clear clinical protocol.
• Implement, evaluate and modify physiotherapy interventions.
• Plan and prioritise patient caseload.
• Lead groups established by the Physiotherapist.

Skills

HNC Level / equivalent

Health legislation knowledge

Clinical area knowledge

Technical and practical skills

Driving licence

Education

HNC Level or equivalent

Job description

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a Physiotherapist to implement and adapt treatment programmes in hospital or community settings. You will work with a patient-centered approach, using specialist skills to deliver flexible care.

The post may involve 5/7 shifts and varies by care group. You will manage a delegated caseload, apply and adjust treatments, plan prioritisation, and lead groups as directed by the supervising Physiotherapist.