Physiotherapist

Job responsibilities

Physiotherapist (Hospital) Glasgow Hospital | Physiotherapy Department | Fixed term contract | Part Time Up to £32,343.75 per annum (pro rata) dependent on experience 20 hours per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Fridays) We offer flexible working, freedom to focus on patients, and everything you need to take your career further. With senior mentoring, access to free Learning Foundation training courses, opportunities are available to progress clinically. As a Physiotherapist at our Glasgow Hospital, you'll have a BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. You'll also have excellent soft skills, thrive in a team environment and be committed to developing as a practitioner. You're a confident communicator, skilled at engaging with all kinds of people. As a Physiotherapist, you will:

Work primarily across Inpatients treating a range of post-op orthopaedic conditions

Contribute to pre-assessment through clinical assessment of complex orthopaedic patients contributing to risk assessment prior to surgery

Be part of our multidisciplinary team of nurses, AHPs and consultants, supported by our hospital Physiotherapy Manager and a team of specialist physiotherapists

Help our patients achieve, maintain and recover to their aspired level of health and wellbeing

Deliver excellent clinical care that's safe, effective, caring, well-led and responsive to patients' needs

Be compliant with all governance standards and participate in clinical audit and quality assurance processes

Enjoy protected CPD time and access to programmes and events by the Nuffield Health Academy

Experience treating post-operative orthopaedic patients in an outpatient setting is also desirable.

Nuffield Health Glasgow Hospital Located in the heart of the West End of Glasgow; you will be working at one of Scotland's leading private hospitals. This year, we embarked on phase three of our multi-million pound refurbishment, adding state of the art equipment like our Mako robotic arm for orthopaedic surgery and a new ambulatory theatre. We have a special focus in the areas of orthopaedics, spinal surgery, ophthalmology, weight loss surgery and cosmetic treatment. Supporting your growth. We're committed to the professional development of all our clinical colleagues. Inside our Learning and Development Academy, you'll discover a range of internal CPD courses and online content to support your clinical and professional development. As a Nuffield Health Physiotherapist, you'll also enjoy opportunities to apply for funding support towards your relevant CPD activity and postgraduate study. Plus, you can access further professional development opportunities via the large number of apprenticeship programmes we offer. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. With a cycle to work scheme, online GP, emotional wellbeing support and private healthcare - at Nuffield Health, we take care of what's important to you. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you. Should you have any queries regarding the role, or to arrange an informal chat. Please contact Will Corkin (Physiotherapy Manager) on 0141 576 2737.

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council.

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).