Therapy Support Worker - Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
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.
Glasgow is a vibrant city bursting with character and personality where you will find world famous visitor attractions, a contemporary food and drink scene and a legendary nightlife.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 generic HCSW to join the south Orthopaedic team on a full time, permanent basis. This post involves supporting the occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff in delivering a high quality service to patients. The work will be based mainly in a ward environment however this may vary according to the service and patient group.
The applicant will be expected to carry their own, delegated patient caseload and to treat patients as delegated by a qualified occupational therapist/physiotherapist/assistance practitioner and according to set treatment protocols. Candidate must have previous experience of working with adults and have the skills to engage with and motivate others. You should be able to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to health care. Candidates should display flexibility and evidence a strong team work ethic.
Training will be provided to allow you to undertake clinical and non-clinical duties. You will be fully supported by the occupational therapy and physiotherapy staff and will participate in supervision and personal development planning to help fulfil continuous professional development Contact details for Informal contact, Name: Allan Dodds/Daniel McGaughey, Tel No: 0141 452 3710.
Due to the anticipated response to this post, it may be closed before the mentioned closing date noted on the advert, therefore once you start your application form, please complete it immediately.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs
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