Job Advert
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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Occupational Therapy Team at the Institute of Neurological Sciences (INS), QEUH. This Band 6 post holder will deliver specialist Occupational Therapy to the Neurological, Neurosurgical and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) wards. The main role of this post is to provide assessment, early rehabilitation and facilitate safe and appropriate discharge of these complex patient groups. In addition they will have responsibility for the clinical supervision, training and development of rotational Occupational therapy staff, support workers and students. You should be an experienced OT with confidence managing a highly complex caseload, experience and confidence supporting and educating others. You should have an interest in service development and together with Occupational therapy colleagues you will develop the service to deliver high quality evidenced based care. You will require excellent communication and leadership skills along with a proactive and dynamic attitude. You should have experience working in a range of neurological specialties, including experience working with cognitive impairments. It is essential you have a Diploma / Degree in Occupational Therapy with current HCPC registration and evidence of relevant post graduate courses/ CPD. This post requires PVG Scheme Membership/Disclosure Scotland check.
Informal Contact: Alison Cassidy, Tel No: 0141 201 2089 ( Wed-Frid). Claire Lobban, Tel No: 0141 201 2135 ( Mon - Wed).
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.