NHS Scotland
Specialist MSK Physiotherapist
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NHS Scotland Commitment
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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Job Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and enthusiastic specialist physiotherapist interested in MSK.
- This is a motivated and friendly MSK team driven by successful patient outcomes.
- Our specialist Band 6 MSK physiotherapists are well supported by Advance Physiotherapy Practitioners in Orthopaedics, First Contact Practitioners, the Chronic Pain team, and Vestibular rehabilitation team.
- The MSK team also provides physiotherapy services for the Highland Rheumatology Unit in the Ross Memorial Hospital in Dingwall.
Requirements
- You must have a proven clinical experience in MSK and have a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
- The post holder will be part of the MSK team covering Inverness, Mid Ross, and East Ross.
- This post will be based between the Royal Northern Infirmary in Inverness, the Ross Memorial Hospital in Dingwall, the County Community Hospital in Invergordon, and Tain Health Centre.
- An ability to work independently is necessary along with excellent communication and team working skills.
- The post holder will be responsible for supervision of more junior physiotherapists and will be expected to participate in the ongoing in-service training. Evidence of continuing professional development will be required.
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Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries to: Mark Mitchell, MSK Physiotherapy Team Lead on 07929 652 764 or mark.mitchell4@nhs.scot
Additional Information For Candidates
- Please note that this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a high number of applications are received. Early application is therefore advised.
- Please ensure the address on your application form reflects your current place of residence for your present workplace and can be verified through your identification documents.
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
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