Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner

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We are recruiting to the First Contact Physiotherapy service in NHS Highland - this is an exciting opportunity to gain experience as an Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner based in primary care to work alongside GP’s and other professionals.

We are looking for an experienced Physiotherapist to join the NHS Highland First Contact Physiotherapy Team to be based in practices in Inverness and the surrounding area.

Applications are invited from physiotherapists who have advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of MSK conditions.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high standard of clinical care with previous specialist experience in this field. Injection skills and prescribing are part of this role and you will be expected to work toward completion of both if you do not have the qualification on application.

The Highlands of Scotland is historically rich offering a safe and pleasant environment in which to live. There are a wide range of options for outdoor enthusiasts, water and land based. The main conurbation Inverness is a cosmopolitan city, considered the cultural capital. It has all the benefits of city life with beauty and nature right on its doorstep. The Highlands offer an unrivalled quality of life with low pollution, congestion and one of the most scenic environments in Europe. It is a perfect location for mountain and sea access alike.

A full current driving licence and use of car for work purposes is essential.

Informal enquiries to:

Fiona Ward, tel: 07929014531, email: fiona.ward3@nhs.scot
Judith Arnaud, tel: 07971174752, email: judith.arnaud@nhs.scot

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NHS Highland is geographically the largest of the 14 regional boards of NHS Scotland, covering an area of 12,500 square miles, across Highland and Argyll & Bute.

NHS Scotland is reducing their full time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns please contact the Recruiting Board.