NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK employing around 40,000 staff in a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and job roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health care services to a population of over 1.15 million and a wider population of 2.2 million when our regional and national services are included.The shift pattern is Monday-Friday.This is a Fixed term post for 9 months.(Please note the salary is Pro Rata) for part time hours.An opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Physiotherapy Service based within Royal Hospital for Children, Glasgow for a band 7 Physiotherapist in the Respiratory Team. The post holder will be the Clinical Lead for physiotherapy input to the Scottish National Chest Wall Service based at RHC Glasgow. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and evaluation of physiotherapy input for this group of children and young people with chest wall deformities. We require a forward-thinking, versatile and self motivated physiotherapist with a minimum of 5 years clinical experience. You will be a team player with relevant experience and an interest in the interaction between postural control and the respiratory system. You must be able to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills when working with children, young people and their carers.This is a fixed term position 21.5 hours per week. On call/emergency, evening, weekend and public holiday duties will be required as part of this post. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a dynamic physiotherapy service and play a crucial role in the development of the paediatric chest wall service.The Acute Services Division is committed to offering all staff the opportunity to develop clinical skills with a varied caseload, and also offer appraisal, supervision and opportunities for Continuing Professional Development.Informal enquires will be welcomed and informal visits encouraged. Please see contact details below.Ashley.johnstone@ggc.scot.nhs.ukDetails on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Candidate Information Packs.NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde 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.By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We support applications from across the Armed Forces Community, recognising military skills, experience and qualifications during the recruitment and selection process.For application portal/log-in issues, please contact in the first instance.
