Job title: Physiotherapy support worker – mental health
Company: NHS Scotland
Job description: 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.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
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Position
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapy Support Worker within the Community Physiotherapy Mental Health Team in North Ayrshire.
What you will do:
You will work with the senior physiotherapists within the Community Adults and Community, Older Adults Mental Health Teams (inclusive of community long stay wards) and provide specialist physiotherapy input to service users in these areas. You may also provide support to other areas of the mental health service (e.g. Inpatients at Woodland View) as required.
For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
You will have a Health related SVQ Level 3/recognised fitness industry qualification/ HNC/HND
A good level of physical ability is required due to provision of exercise classes, as is a commitment to ongoing quality improvement work within the team.
For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification
Hours:
15 hours per week
Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact:
Claire Craig, Physiotherapy Team Lead, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, Telephone: 01294 323711 / 07917720521
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Expected salary:
Location: Irvine, North Ayrshire
Job date: Fri, 29 Dec 2023 06:55:10 GMT
