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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.
The Neuro Rehabilitation Unit (NRU) within the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Glasgow is looking for a full-time, Band 6-Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist on a permanent basis. NRU (formerly known as PDRU) is a regional resource providing specialist multidisciplinary rehabilitation for neurologically impaired and major trauma patients.
The successful candidate must have a specialist interest in neurological rehabilitation. They will work as part of the Occupational Therapy team and collaborate with the wider multi-disciplinary team to deliver therapy to optimise patients’ independence.
There is a strong focus on development in the unit and B6 therapists will be supported to supervise B5 rotational therapists, generic support workers and students alongside undertaking service development projects.
Candidates should have relevant post graduate experience working as an Occupational Therapist within inpatient rehabilitation. Evidence of relevant CPD would be expected, alongside excellent interpersonal skills and a flair for team working.
Applicants should have a Degree in Occupational Therapy with current HCPC registration.
Hours of work are: 37.5 Mon- Fri
Informal enquiries to Donna Bisland, Team Lead – 0141 201 2655 or donna.bisland@ggc.scot.nhs.uk
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Pack
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