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.
(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.
This is a fixed term position of 12 months.
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.
The shift pattern for this position is 5 over 7.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Generic HCSW to join the AHP team in the South Sector. This post will be split between the Surgical/Critical Care Therapy service and the Major Trauma service. This is a fixed term position for 12 months.
This post involves supporting the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff in delivering a high quality service to patients. The successful candidate will be based within the Major Trauma ward and Critical Care/ Surgical ward environment.
The applicant will be expected to carry their own caseload and to treat patients as delegated by a qualified Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapists 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.
The post is advertised as 31 hours per week the pattern of which is negotiable.
Informal contact: Lynsey Thomson, 0141 452 2937, [email protected]
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.
For application portal/log-in issues, please contact Jobtrain support hub in the first instance.
