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We require experienced, highly motivated musculoskeletal physiotherapists to work within our team within NHS Borders. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation experience.
As an MSK physiotherapist, you shall be assessing and treating patients referred into outpatient departments, working flexibly within NHS Borders. You will be based in Borders location working out of health centres and/or Borders General Hospital.
The post holder will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients with a wide range of problems in MSK outpatients. You shall work as an autonomous practitioner, developing appropriate packages of care, providing specialist clinical / professional advice to patients, carers and other Health Care Professionals. You will also be expected to supervise rotational junior staff and students on placements.
The post holder will contribute to service development to improve quality of healthcare through liaison with your Line Manager.
The Borders is a beautiful place to live and work. It has affordable housing and good schools and is now well connected with the Borders railway.
Informal enquiries are welcome. For further information, please contact Katherine Elliot, Physiotherapy Dept, Knoll Hospital, Duns – 01361 885009 katherine.elliot@borders.scot.nhs.uk
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
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.