Team Lead Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

Job reference: 139204

Salary: Band 7 (£43,422 - £50,506)

Job closing date: 04/04/2023

Job Type: Allied Health Professions

Location: Golden Jubilee University National Hospital

Employment type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Employer (NHS Board) : NHS Golden Jubilee

Department: Rehabilitation

NHS Golden Jubilee provides elective and emergency surgeries to patients throughout Scotland to assist in the reduction of waiting times

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Physiotherapist to lead the Orthopaedic Physiotherapy service through our planned service expansion and beyond.

You will work within a fast paced orthopaedic unit, founded on the principles of ERAS, providing clinical expertise and operational leadership to the team to support delivery of high quality, patient centred services. The service is delivered over 7 days with extended hours of working and a flexible approach to work patterns is essential with a requirement to commit to regular weekend working.

This post supports NHS Golden Jubilee’s dedication to providing equitable service to patients by carrying out seven day working.

NHS Golden Jubilee is committed to supporting and encouraging the continuing professional development of its entire staff.  Within rehabilitation, we provide 1:1 supervision and a comprehensive induction process.  Practice at NHS Golden Jubilee is led by research and best practice.  We provide support and guidance to allow our staff to engage in service improvement and research.

The successful candidate will demonstrate effective leadership and communication skills.

It is essential you have a post graduate degree in Physiotherapy with current HCPC registration

For further information, please contact Jamie McNaught, Rehabilitation Divisional Lead (NES) –jamie.mcnaught@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk  0141 951 5121

This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

NHS Golden Jubilee 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.

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.

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