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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The role:
This post is at the Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow which is part of Women and Children’s Directorate, Acute Services Division. We require a highly motivated person with an NVQ level qualification and background in exercise and physical activity or experience working in a therapy unit to join our dynamic Physiotherapy Service. Experience of working with children is desirable.
You will work within the Respiratory Team to develop and deliver therapy sessions as part of a rehabilitation programme for children and young people with a wide range of conditions. You will require enthusiasm and imagination in order to maximise the potential of sessions. You will be a team player with an ability to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills when working with children, young people and their families. You will also be required to do some Administration and ordering of supplies to support the Physiotherapy Service. This post requires a close working relationship with the wider multidisciplinary teams. The Acute Services Division is committed to offering all staff the opportunity to develop clinical skills and also offers appraisal, supervision and opportunities for Continuing Professional Development.
All other roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
This is a full-time post working 36 hours per week on a fixed term basis for 9 months.
Based at Royal Hospital for Children Glasgow, 1345 Govan Road, G51 4TF.
The shift pattern is Monday to Friday.
This post requires PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland check.
Key responsibilities:
CLINICAL:
The post holder:
Will have achieved a level of theoretical knowledge to core competency/skills level acquired through formal or training equivalent experience.
Will have or will be required to achieve an understanding of specialised work procedures and practices.
Use analytical and judgement skills to assess clinical/non clinical situations and decide on appropriate actions. e.g. modifying intervention depending on clinical presentation within parameters set by the physiotherapist.
Will carry major responsibility for the delivery of therapy programmes as part of rehabilitation within the patient group.
Will work in a variety of different clinical settings including critical care.
Will implement physiotherapy programmes of care working single-handedly in the hospital but with access to a physiotherapist at all times. Any changes to treatment protocols and patient progress are notified to the physiotherapist.
As a member of the physiotherapy service will be required to respond to the needs of the service at other localities covered by the Division.
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
Please see attached Job Description below.
What we offer:
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For an informal discussion, please contact:
Ross Marscheider, Respiratory Team Lead Physiotherapist, 0141 452 4730, Ross.Marscheider@nhs.scot
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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