Rotational MSK Physiotherapist

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

Our purpose:

Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.

Our values:

• Caring, safe, respectful

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What you will do:

Applications are invited from band 5 clinicians who have the clinical skills and desire to progress their career for the above post within the Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy service. This is a rotational band 5 MSK Physiotherapy position between University Hospital Ayr, University Hospital Crosshouse and Ayrshire Central Hospital.

The caseload consists of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions, but in addition you could be referred patients who have multiple pathologies. As a Physiotherapist in MSK you will have a special interest in the management of musculoskeletal conditions to work within MSK services in NHS Ayrshire and Arran.

You will provide direct clinical care, which encompasses physiotherapy assessment, treatment and management of patients with musculoskeletal disorders. You will contribute to the working of a physiotherapy team but be expected to work independently for the majority of the day. There will also be a range of developments opportunities available, alongside structured support from senior MSK clinicians.

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

• Diploma/MSc/BSc. in Physiotherapy.
• Current Health Care Professions Council registration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Digital literacy
• Team worker.
• Car driver
• Appetite for learning

Hours:

37 hours per week

Driving Licence/Car Ownership:

Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.

If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:

Daniel Thompson, MSK Physiotherapy South Team Lead, Biggart Hospital on 01292 600555 ext 65921 Monday, Wednesday & Thursday.

University Hospital Ayr on 01292 614648 ext 14648. Email Daniel.Thompson@aapct.scot.nhs.uk

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