Job Description
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.
We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.
Due to legislative changes from 1 April 2025, this post may require a different level of criminal records check than currently. If the post is assessed as a "regulated role," your appointment will be subject to joining the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme. Any changes to current requirements will be confirmed by the Hiring Manager or Recruitment Team. For more details, visit: Disclosure Scotland Changes.
Please note: We anticipate high interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once sufficient applications are received. Ensure you complete and submit your application early.
Position Overview
Are you an Occupational Therapist with leadership and management experience, with a special interest in Mental Health, Learning Disabilities, and SUS? We have an exciting opportunity within Midlothian Health and Social Care Partnership as a Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist. This role involves operational management of Occupational Therapists across Adult Mental Health, Substance Use, and Learning Disabilities services, as well as professional leadership across Older Adult and Primary Care Mental Health. You will be an active member of the Senior Management Team.
Note: As this is a part-time position, the salary will be pro-rata.
Contact Information
For further details, please contact Karen Darroch (Integrated Service Manager) at karen.darroch@nhs.scot.
Additional Information
Have you seen our AHP Innovation, Research and Improvement strategies? Our exciting AHP strategy aims to cultivate AHP potential within NHS Lothian: https://weare.nhslothian.scot/hcprofessionsresearch/building-research-capacity-and-capability/allied-health-professions-research/.
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