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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.
Band 5 Rotational Physiotherapist – NHSG – contracts available with Aberdeen City H&SCP, Aberdeenshire H&SCP and Acute sector
Advert for full time permanent staff, job share/part time hours (minimum 18.75 hours) will be considered - please state this on your application if applying for this option.
NHS Grampian supports flexible working.
The exciting opportunity has arisen for B5 Physiotherapists, to join an extensive rotational scheme for physiotherapists throughout the NHS-Grampian area. The rotation provides opportunities to gain experience in a broad range of acute hospital, intermediate care, out-patients, community hospital, Paediatrics, Mental Health and domiciliary settings across the north-east of Scotland. The successful post-holder will be required to rotate to a number of locations across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire (for which some travel allowance may be payable) in rotations of 4 months duration.
These posts will hold an out of hours and weekend commitment.
Applicants will be expected to complete the flying start programme as part of their CPD activity in their first year - post graduation.
NHS Grampian has close links with its local HEI, RGU, and there are often opportunities for staff to be involved within the field of research alongside their clinical role.
Applicants must have current HCPC registration, or be a student in the process of obtaining.
NHS Grampian physiotherapy teams cover the North East of Scotland serving a region from the cairngorms to the North Sea including coastal moray. The hospital site houses all clinical specialties with the exception of organ transplant and paediatric ITU. NHS Grampian provides healthcare for a population of 540,000 with around 40% living within Aberdeen and the remaining 60% in Aberdeenshire and Moray. NHS Grampian provides the perfect solution to all interests and lifestyles. Aberdeen has a very buoyant economy and offers all the attractions of any major city. Aberdeenshire boasts many picturesque towns and villages within easy commuting distance and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including skiing, cycling and hill walking. There are excellent transport links with Glasgow and Edinburgh easily accessed by train and Aberdeen airport has multiple flights to London daily and other destinations across Europe. Assistance with relocation may be available.
Car availability for work purposes and a valid UK driving licence are required for this post. (Or be in the process of obtaining.)
For further information please contact Sarah Davidson. 07768031908
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