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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.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual to join our in-house team at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. This is a unique opportunity to develop your clinical skills as a dual practising Prosthetist/Orthotist, in the fast-paced setting of the largest acute hospital in the Scottish Highlands.
The Prosthetics and Orthotics Services comprise around 12 staff, including Prosthetists, Orthotists, Orthotic Assistants, Technicians, and Administrative support. Many devices are manufactured in our in-house workshop, and clinicians work closely with our technical team to ensure devices are manufactured to the highest standard. Clinicians are encouraged to carry out their own plaster rectification, CAD-CAM modelling, and modification of devices in the workshop.
As part of a small team, the clinical caseload is varied, with the opportunity to develop skills in all areas of Prosthetics and Orthotics. We promote a close working environment with other clinical specialties, with clinicians regularly attending multidisciplinary clinics and engaging in joint work with other AHPs. The caseload for this post is split with 80% in Orthotics and 20% in Prosthetics; however, a flexible approach is required to provide cover during staff leave or absences.
We are seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking, and driven clinician who is keen to develop their skills across both disciplines. The successful candidate will benefit from support and preceptorship to progress in their role and protected CPD time.
We welcome applications from new graduates, as well as more experienced clinicians seeking career progression.
Inverness is a rapidly growing university city at the heart of the Highlands, with easy access to outdoor leisure opportunities.
Candidates must be HCPC registered, hold a full driving license, and preferably be members of BAPO.
For informal enquiries, please contact:
Stuart Harvey, Lead Orthotist. Tel: 01463 704178; Email: [emailprotected]
Elaine McCurrach, Prosthetics Service Manager. Tel: 01463 705245; Email: [emailprotected]
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NHS Highland is the largest of the 14 NHS Scotland regional boards, covering 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute.
We strive to foster a positive environment supported by our NHS and Social Care values: Care and compassion, Dignity and respect, Openness, honesty and responsibility, Quality and teamwork.
Note on Working Hours
NHS Scotland is reducing the full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours starting 1 April 2024, with no pay change. This reduction will be pro-rated for part-time staff. The advert and employment contract will reflect these new hours. Temporary adjustments up to an additional 30 minutes per week may occur until service rosters are updated. Please contact the Recruiting Board with any questions.
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