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NHS Lothian 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 Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.
***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***
For further information on what is included in the role and what skills/experience are being looked for, click on the links at the bottom of the screen to the job description and person specification. If after reading this information you have any questions please contact Laura Daniell or Ailsa Winters on 0131 242 1000 bleep 8530 or emai laura.daniell@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk or ailsa.winters@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
Please note: As this post is part-time the salary will be pro-rata.
This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/ record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.
We are looking for highly motivated physiotherapist to join our DCN physiotherapy team.
Candidates must demonstrate clinical experience of assessing and treating patients with Acute and Chronic Neurological conditions. Acute inpatient experience within surgical neurology is also required. Previous Band 6 experience would be desirable.
Ability to prioritise and discharge plan for a wide range of presentations is essential, as is clarity of communication and well-demonstrated organisational skills. Experience of supervision and teaching to students and support staff is essential and experience of supervision and teaching Band 5 staff is desirable.
Therapy Services support staff development through appraisal process, supervision and CPD opportunities.
There is a regular weekend and overnight on-call commitment.