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
You must have an HCPC registration to be considered for this post. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated Band 6 Physiotherapist to join the Older People’s Service within NHSGGC at Inverclyde Royal Hospital. You will deliver high-quality, person-centred physiotherapy across assessment, rehabilitation wards and day hospital settings. Working within one of the UK’s largest and most forward-thinking Health Boards, you will be supported to develop professionally while making a real difference to the lives of older people. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys clinical challenge, autonomy and leadership within a supportive environment.
Location and Working Pattern
* Inverclyde Royal Hospital
* Five out of seven days a week
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver highly specialised physiotherapy assessment and treatment to older people with complex needs
* Manage and prioritise an autonomous caseload while maintaining high quality clinical records
* Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to support goal setting, discharge planning and safe transitions of care
* Provide leadership, supervision and support to junior staff, support workers and students
* Contribute to service development through audit, evidence based practice and quality improvement
* Deputise for the Clinical Lead Physiotherapist or AHP Team Lead when required
* Provide expert advice and education to patients, carers and colleagues across disciplines
Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job
* Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy with current HCPC registration
* Significant post‑registration experience including work with older people and complex conditions
* Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary and multi agency environment
* Strong clinical reasoning skills with the ability to work autonomously and manage risk
* Evidence of ongoing CPD supported by a professional portfolio
* Leadership skills with experience of supervising, supporting or appraising junior staffGood IT skills and confidence using clinical and organisational systems
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.
o A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
o Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
o Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
o Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom‑based courses
o Enhanced pay for working public holidays
o NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
o Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
Work‑life balance is important to NHSGGC and we offer flexible working options where service needs allow.
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