Overview
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. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Responsibilities
* Work primarily in community rehabilitation both in the hospital and in the client’s own home, under the direction of the physiotherapists.
* Carry out a hands-on role with a range of patients with various medical conditions.
* Complete mandatory training including how to move and handle patients. Training may include SVQ’s or HNC’s; any qualifications in this sector are advantageous on application.
* Perform administrative tasks as delegated by qualified physiotherapists and the AHP Team Lead.
* Assess, monitor and refine treatment programs. Be flexible in working within a small AHP team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists at Ross Memorial Hospital.
* Demonstrate good communication, be a team player, and maintain a flexible approach with a sensitive and compassionate manner to provide a good service to patients.
Qualifications and Requirements
* Full driving license and use of a car for work purposes is essential.
* Training in moving and handling; SVQ’s or HNC’s are desirable. Any sector qualifications are advantageous.
* Willingness to undertake mandatory training and adapt to a flexible role within a small multidisciplinary team.
Additional Information
* Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure pay remains unaffected.
* Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date.
* Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a member of staff, please ensure you update your Jobtrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Highland.
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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles across Highland and Argyll & Bute. We employ over 10,700 people and are committed to building a positive culture and environment for staff and patients.
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