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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.
Are you looking to continue to develop your skills working in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Services as part of a motivated, multidisciplinary, innovative and friendly team?
You are invited from experienced clinicians who have a broad range of clinical skills for the above post within the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Service based at Ayrshire Central Hospital / Saltcoats Health Centre. The majority of the 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 and Arran.
You will provide direct clinical care, which encompasses advanced physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. You will contribute to the working of a physiotherapy team but be expected to work independently for the majority of the day. Continuous professional development, evidence of post graduate development and experience in MSK is essential to this role.
This post offers developmental opportunities to gain knowledge in Orthopaedics, Complex Case Clinics, Pain Management, Emergency Department, Rheumatology, Occupational Health, and Primary Care Services. This knowledge will help to enhance the established MSK pathways. We have recently introduced use of telephone and video virtual clinics so training will be given in this.
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.
A current UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.
Hours: 37.5 per week.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Service – Ayrshire Central Hospital, Irvine / Saltcoats Health Centre
Informal Enquiries to: Susan Knox, MSK Physiotherapy North Team Lead, Ayrshire Central Hospital 01294 323190 / 323192 or email Susan.Knox@aapct.scot.nhs.uk or Fiona Holliman, MSK East Team Lead, email Fiona.Holliman@aapct.scot.nhs.uk