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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.
Position
An opportunity has arisen for an Advanced Physiotherapist/Nurse in Lymphoedema at University Hospital Crosshouse.
What you will do:
We are looking for a dynamic, motivated, and knowledgeable individual with a genuine interest in and commitment to the care of patients with lymphoedema/chronic oedema. Experience in caring for lymphoedema, oncology, palliative, vascular, or dermatology patients would be advantageous. A qualification in chronic oedema management would also be desirable, but candidates without the relevant training will be considered and full training will be provided.
The post can be considered for a trainee opportunity. During your trainee period, you will be expected to do a combination of formal (attending post-graduate course at Glasgow University) and on-the-job training which is expected to conclude after 18 months.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
Pre-reg MSc/BSc in Physiotherapy, BSc in Nursing, or equivalent
Must have substantial and varied clinical experience with significant experience of working within a relevant specialty at an advanced level
Requires post-graduate training in lymphoedema management (or working towards/willing to undertake this) or experience equivalent to a Master's Level.
Relevant Post Graduate Courses (Management of Chronic oedema)
Formal appraisal training experience.
Hours:
18.5 per week UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
UK Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Mary Kelso - Surgical, vascular and Lymphoedema Team Lead: 01292 614860 or via email: Mary.Kelso@aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
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licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
UK Visas and Immigration . We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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18.5 per week UK Driving Licence/Car Ownership:
UK Car licence/Car ownership is essential to this role. If you want to find out more about the role, please contact: Mary Kelso - Surgical, vascular and Lymphoedema Team Lead: 01292 614860 or via email: Mary.Kelso@aapct.scot.nhs.uk ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain. DO NOT
upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes. Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted. For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link:
Application Process To view our accessibility statement, please follow this link:
Accessibility Statement Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately. Please check your email regularly (including junk folders) and also your JobTrain account for updates. Please contact
JobTrain Candidate Support Hub :
JobTrain Support
- for advice and support with any system issues. We recommend using the Internet Browser
Google Chrome
or
Microsoft Edge
when using JobTrain. Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments. Some of our vacancies are for
internal candidates only . If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran. Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full
UK/EU/EEA
licence. NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at
UK Visas and Immigration . We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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