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In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
The opportunity has arisen for graduates or existing Band 5 Physiotherapists, to join an extensive rotational scheme for physiotherapists throughout NHS Ayrshire & Arran. The rotation provides opportunities to gain experience in a broad range of acute hospitals, intermediate care, out-patients, community hospital, and domiciliary settings across the south-west of Scotland. The successful post-holder will be required to rotate to a number of locations across Ayrshire in rotations of 6 months duration. Rotations include: Care of Elderly; Medical/Unscheduled Care; Surgical; Trauma and Elective Orthopaedics; Women’s Health/Obstetrics and Pelvic health; Community Rehabilitation/Domiciliary; Musculoskeletal; Rehabilitation; Mental Health; Learning Difficulties; Paediatrics; Stroke; Integrated Care Team.
These posts will hold an out of hours and weekend commitment. Prior to commencing on the out of hours service you will receive tailored training and support to meet your needs.
This service is committed to the development of staff; applicants will be supported to complete the flying start programme as part of their CPD activity in their first year - post graduation and will be involved with clinical supervision.
Applicants must have current HCPC registration, or be a student in the process of obtaining registration imminently. There will be an opportunity to commence working as HCSW while awaiting registration.
NHS Ayrshire and Arran Physiotherapy team covers the South West of Scotland on the Firth of the Clyde, serving a region from Ballantrae in the South to Wemyss Bay in the North. Ayrshire boasts 80 miles of coastline, picturesque beaches, rolling green hills and islands, and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including watersports, cycling and hill walking. There are excellent transport links with Glasgow.
Hours: 37.5 per week.
Due to the nature of this role, a car driver is essential.
Informal enquiries regarding these posts are welcomed by Tracey Murray, Clinical Lead Physiotherapist Orthopaedics, University Hospital Crosshouse Email: Tracey.Murray@aapct.scot.nhs.uk Telephone: 01563 521133 Pager 3083
Applications are welcome from UK, EEA and non-EEA candidates.
As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to produce proof of your EU Settlement status from 1st July 2021 to demonstrate your Right to Work in the United Kingdom. Further information: https://www.gov.uk/settled-status-eu-citizens-families. Existing employees may be asked to provide evidence of their EU Settlement Status from 1st July 2021.