NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to work within the AHP Medical Team at Glasgow Royal Infirmary. The AHP team provides assessment and treatment of adults with a wide range of medical conditions within the medical wards.
The team has a skill mix of experienced Specialist Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapists, Rotational Staff, an Assistant Practitioner and HealthCare Support workers offering a broad range of competencies, knowledge and Clinical Experience. This post is part time at 29.6 hours per week. A car driver is preferable but not essential to this role.
The individual will be responsible for the independent management of their delegated caseload, from initial assessment to discharge. In the instance that patient’s needs change and become more complex, there will be the opportunity to hand them over to the team’s Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists. It will also be expected for the post holder to make onward referrals to relevant community services at hospital discharged.
Good time management and confident clinical decision making, and an understanding of the role of Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists is essential for this role. Training opportunities will be supported to carryout relevant competencies and to be involved in team service development projects.
We are looking for someone who is highly motivated and enjoys being part of an enthusiastic and hardworking team.
Informal Contact: Lucy Devaney, AHP Team Lead. 0141 956 0611, Lucy.devaney@nhs.scot
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde- NHS Scotland 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.
* Hours: 29.6 hours per week
* Shift pattern: Mon-Sun
* This post is permanent
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