Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner

Nhs Ayrshire & Arran; Ayr; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Ayrshire & Arran invites applications for a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join the Vascular Rehabilitation Team on a permanent basis. The community post is based at University Hospital Ayr with up to 25.2 hours per week, weekdays, and a UK driving licence is essential.

You will assist registered physiotherapy staff in rehabilitation for vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation, including walking rehabilitation and prosthetic limb fitting, along with non-clinical

Qualifications

• Experience with physiotherapy in a healthcare setting or rehabilitation of adults with long term conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist physiotherapy staff in rehabilitation of patients with vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation.
• Assist with walking rehabilitation setup and prosthetic limb fitting sessions.
• Perform non-clinical tasks such as cleaning, administration and ordering equipment/supplies.
• Work independently and as part of a team; demonstrate good communication and motivation skills.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Motivation

Job description

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner to join our Vascular Rehabilitation Team on a permanent basis.

Hours

This community post will be based at University Hospital Ayr. Up to 25.2 hours per week are available and the work will be carried out on weekdays.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What you will do

The successful applicant will assist registered Physiotherapy staff in the provision of efficient and effective rehabilitation of patients with vascular insufficiency and lower limb amputation. There will be a delegated caseload as part of this work. You will assist with set up and execution of walking rehabilitation, prosthetic limb fitting sessions.

The post will also include non-clinical tasks such as cleaning, administration as well as ordering relevant equipment/supplies.

Applicants should have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and be able to demonstrate good communication and motivation skills.

Location

Ayr, South West of Scotland. Ayrshire boasts 80 miles of coastline, a mild maritime climate, picturesque beaches, rolling green hills and islands, and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including watersports, cycling and hill walking. There are excellent transport links with Glasgow and Prestwick boasts its own international airport.

This department has an excellent reputation for its quality of service, and its commitment to professional development, training and a strong multi-disciplinary culture. We offer an active in service training and appraisal programme.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required for this post

Applications are sought from individuals with previous experience with physiotherapy in a healthcare setting or from those who are experienced in the rehabilitation of adults with long term conditions.

Contact

Susan Geddes - [e-mail]

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.