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.
Who we are
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland. In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for a permanent Senior Healthcare Support Worker based at Central Clinic, Kilmarnock.
What you will do
Working as a Community Healthcare Support Worker within the Kilmarnock District Nursing team within East Ayrshire Health and Social Care Partnership you will have experience. You must be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to work on your own initiative as a lone worker in a variety of settings within the community. You should be able to provide evidence of personal development and a willingness to undertake appropriate training.
For further information on the role We view the job description via the link below.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job
Essential
* BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent
* Post graduate training in relevant speciality, or experience equivalent to a Masters Level, including inpatient and outpatient experience; membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy Special Interest Groups
* Substantial and varied clinical experience of working in a relevant speciality at an advanced level
* Current Health and Care Professions Council Registration
* Evidence of excellence in clinical knowledge and skills
* Excellent communication skills particularly with multi-agencies
* Evidence of clinical leadership and supervision
* Committed to team & personal development with evidence of self-directed learning
* Effective team worker
* Ability to work independently, using initiative, and to cope well under pressure
* Effective organisational and time management skills
* Advanced skills in research & audit
Further Post Graduate Certificates and Diplomas
* Relevant Post Graduate Courses – relevant courses related to clinical speciality
Knowledge of local and national policies related to speciality
* Formal appraisal training experience
* Information technology skills
Mandatory and Statutory training (MAST) and role specific MAST
For further information on the requirements for the role please view the person specification.
Hours
37 per week.
Full UK Driving Licence/Access to a Vehicle
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.
Info
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Nicola Robb, Charge Nurse via 07483167317 by email Nicola.Robb@aapct.scot.nhs.uk or Lyn Blain, Clinical Team Leader, via 07811 454310 or by email Anne.Blain@aapct.scot.nhs.uk
Additional information for candidates
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Overseas candidates
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