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This is a diverse role which involves the day to day delivery of healthcare support to a population who have a comprehensive range of physical, psychological, substance misuse and social problems. The Therapy Assistant Practitioner will support the work of professional teams to promote and enable individuals to achieve their optimal level of independence.
The postholder will manage an agreed caseload and own schedule to ensure that time is spent in the most efficient and effective way.
Communicate patient care needs to third party personal carers contracted by Scottish Prison Service.
Excellent communication skills are required.
Base will be HMP & YOI Stirling however postholder will be required to attend all 3 NHSFV prisons as required.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the area of service delivery is essential for this post.
The duties of this post require the successful candidate to be a member of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. More information on this scheme can be found at www.disclosurescotland.co.uk
Informal enquiries please contact Norma Westland, Primary Care Team Leader, norma.westland@nhs.scot or Claire Gallagher, Primary Care Team Leader, claire.gallagher@nhs,scot
Please note that the majority of correspondence is sent by e-mail, therefore please check your e-mail regularly (including junk folders) and your Jobtrain account for updates.
NHS Forth Valley is positive about disabled people and is committed to offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job. Please contact the Recruitment Office on 0330 041 4694 if there are any reasonable adjustments we can make to assist you with your application and/or interview.
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.