257957 (KA) Specialist Occupational Theapist
About the role
The Royal Infirmary of Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist Orthopaedic Team offers a permanent 36-hour per week position. This role involves working within the orthopaedic team, covering both elective and trauma orthopaedics, providing opportunities for clinical and leadership skill development, and gaining experience in quality improvement and service development.
Responsibilities
- Strong communication and prioritization skills
- Initiative and leadership abilities
- Supporting junior members of the team
- Deputising for the Band 7 OT in their absence
- Participating in the weekend orthopaedic 5/7 duty rota
Requirements
- Previous experience in orthopaedics is preferred but not essential
Qualifications
There are no specific qualifications mentioned for this role.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Prioritization and time management skills
- Leadership and initiative
- Supporting junior staff
- Deputizing for the Band 7 OT
- Participation in weekend duty rota
Benefits
- Formal supervision
- Development opportunities
- Peer support from an experienced and friendly team
- Accessible transport options (bus services and free Park and Ride)
Pay
The pay details are not specified in the job posting.
Schedule
The schedule is 36 hours per week, permanent.
Contact Information
To apply, contact:
- Gillian Walker, Team Lead Occupational Therapist
- Tel: 0131 2423464 / 2423477
- Email: gillian.e.walker@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk
- Ali Eadie, Occupational Therapy Site Lead, for RIE
- Tel: 07799 343 020
- Email: alison.eadie@nhs.scot
Further Information
To work in the United Kingdom, individuals must demonstrate the relevant permission to work. This permission is granted by the UK Visa and Immigration Service. For more information on how NHS Scotland Boards verify this and the responsibilities of candidates, refer to the further information provided for this vacancy.
Legal Requirements
We anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient number of applications are received. Please ensure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.
Reasonable Adjustments
We will support disabled candidates and those with long-term conditions or neurodiversity by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.