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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
We are seeking an Assistant Practitioner to support the Allied Health Professions (AHP) Medical Team at the Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH). This role will support the Specialist Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist within the team, helping to assess patients within medical wards to improve patient flow, prevent unnecessary admissions, and reduce delays in discharge. Training, supervision, and ongoing support will be provided to enable the post holder to work within agreed competency levels.
All roles will be assessed for sponsorship eligibility in line with current Home Office requirements. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) can only issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) where these are met.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:
- Tenure: Permanent post.
- Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital (RAH)
- Work Pattern: 5 days over 7
Key Responsibilities
You will work as part of the AHP Medical Team and will be delegated appropriate clinical and non-clinical duties by professionally qualified Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy staff.
Working under guidance and within defined intervention plans, the Assistant Practitioner will provide support to patients on medical wards, promoting safe and effective care to improve patient outcomes and hospital flow. The role requires the ability to work independently with patients within agreed parameters while maintaining close communication with the wider multidisciplinary team.
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Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:
- Experience working within a healthcare environment.
- Understanding of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy interventions.
- Ability to work independently within agreed competency frameworks.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of patient-centred care principles.
- Ability to undertake both clinical and non-clinical tasks as delegated.
- Commitment to ongoing learning and development.
Training, supervision, and support will be provided to develop and maintain competency within the role.
What We Offer
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:
- A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
- Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
- Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
- Enhanced pay for working public holidays
- NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
- Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Interested?
If you would like to find out more, we would love to hear from you.
For An Informal Discussion, Please Contact
Caitlin McKechnie
Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
0141 314 6127
Alternatively
Gillian Riddell
Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist
0141 314 6127
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates
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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as “various”, we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.
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