Rotational Physiotherapist

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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.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website -

Position :

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rotational Physiotherapist based at University Hospital Ayr .

What you will do :

The opportunity has arisen for graduates or existing B5 Physiotherapists, to join an extensive rotational scheme for physiotherapists throughout NHS Ayrshire & Arran. The rotation provides opportunities to gain experience in a broad range of acute hospitals, intermediate care, out-patients, community hospital, and domiciliary settings across the Southwest of Scotland. The successful post-holder will be required to rotate to a number of locations across Ayrshire in rotations of 6 months duration. Rotations include : Care of Elderly; Medical / Unscheduled Care; Surgical; Trauma and Elective Orthopaedics; Women’s Health / Obstetrics and Pelvic health; Community Rehabilitation / Domiciliary; Musculoskeletal; Rehabilitation; Mental Health; Learning Difficulties; Paediatrics; Stroke; Integrated Care Team These posts will hold an out of hours and weekend commitment. Prior to commencing on the out of hours service you will receive tailored training and support to meet your needs.

This service is committed to the development of staff; applicants will be supported to complete the flying start programme as part of their CPD activity in their first year - post graduation and will be involved with clinical supervision. NHS Ayrshire and Arran Physiotherapy team covers the South West of Scotland on the Firth of the Clyde, serving a region from Ballantrae in the South to Wemyss Bay in the North. Ayrshire boasts 80 miles of coastline, picturesque beaches, rolling green hills and islands, and provides access to a large range of outdoor pursuits including watersports, cycling and hill walking. There are excellent transport links with Glasgow.

Unsuccessful candidates who are deemed to be employable after interviee may have an opportunity to the join the Physiotherapy bank.

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 :

Diploma / BSc / MSc Physiotherapy

• Current Health Care Professions Council registration
• Range of clinical experience with in the NHS setting
• Evidence of good baseline clinical knowledge
• Ability to demonstrate clinical reasoning
• Provide examples of evidence based practice

Newly qualified practitioners may apply for this post and if successful would be appointed at Band 4 pending uplift to Band 5 on receiving HCPC registration.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours : 37 hours per week

These posts will hold an out of hours and weekend commitment. Prior to commencing on the out of hours service you will receive tailored training and support to meet your needs.

Driving Licence / Car Ownership :

A car licence / car ownership is essential to this role.

Car availability for work purposes and a valid UK driving license are required for this post. (Or be in the process of obtaining.)