Rotational MSK Physiotherapist

NHS Ayrshire & Arran; Ayrshire (IA); Presencial; USD 37.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NHS Ayrshire and Arran invites applications for a Band 5 MSK Rotational Physiotherapist. This rotational post covers Ayrshire sites including University Hospital Crosshouse, University Hospital Ayr, and Ayrshire Central Hospital, working 36 hours per week with no on-call requirement.

You will assess, treat and manage musculoskeletal patients, contribute to the physiotherapy team, and benefit from development opportunities across sites with senior MSK support.

Formación

• Diploma/BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and HCPC registration.
• Permission to work in the UK.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct clinical care: physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of musculoskeletal patients.
• Work within the MSK Physiotherapy Service across Ayrshire sites.
• Contribute to the physiotherapy team with a range of developments and structured support from senior clinicians.
• Engage in Orthopaedics, Pain Management, Rheumatology and Primary Care pathways as opportunities develop.
• Support junior staff and participate in daily service delivery across three sites.

Educación

Diploma/BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy

Descripción del empleo

NHS Scotland NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Scotland NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who We Are

NHS Ayrshire and Arran are 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.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

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Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 MSK Rotational Physiotherapist within our MSK Physiotherapy Team based Pan Ayrshire.

Hours

36 hours per week. No on call requirement.

This post is offered on a permanent basis.

UK Driving Licence

A UK driving licence is essential for this role.

What You Will Do

This is a rotational post only within the MSK Physiotherapy Service - Ayrshire wide. (University Hospital Crosshouse, University Hospital Ayr and Ayrshire Central Hospital)

The majority of the clinical caseload consists of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions, but in addition you could be referred patients who have multiple pathologies. As a Physiotherapist in MSK you will have a special interest in the management of musculoskeletal conditions to work within MSK services in NHS Ayrshire & Arran.

You will provide direct clinical care, which encompasses physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. You will contribute to the working of a physiotherapy team. There will be a range of developments opportunities available alongside structured support from senior MSK clinicians.

This post offers developmental opportunities across the 3 sites to gain knowledge in Orthopaedics, Complex Case Clinics, Pain Management, Emergency Department, Rheumatology, Occupational Health, Primary Care Services, and the Specialist Hand Service. This knowledge will help to develop across the 4 pillars of practice.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description.

Knowledge, Training And/or Experience Required For This Post

It is essential that you possess a Diploma/BSc/MSc in Physiotherapy and are HCPC registered. You must have permission to work in the UK.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

To find out more about the role, please contact ([e-mail])

Please note that we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once enough applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at your earliest opportunity.

RIGHT TO WORK / CERTIFICATES OF SPONSORSHIP

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

NHS Ayrshire & Arran may be able to offer visa sponsorship for certain roles, provided the post meets the minimum salary threshold and any other required criteria. When considering if a post meets the salary threshold for sponsorship, please note the salary advertised is based on a full-time contract and must be pro-rated for part-time positions. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is assessed on a case-by-case basis following interview and at the commencement of pre-employment checks.

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