NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.
To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for individuals seeking a post as an Occupational Therapist working with in East Ross District.
This post will involve the successful applicant being responsible, as an autonomous practitioner, to provide Occupational Therapy to those adults that require it, within an integrated district team, including community services and input into the community hospital inpatient setting.
With support and supervision, the post holder will act as lead professional for a designated caseload coordinating aspects of health and social care delivery; providing a single point of contact for the person and their carer/s.
In conjunction with Band 6 colleagues; the post holder will provide day to day support to health care support workers regarding delegated duties.
Applicants should have a good level of core Occupational Therapy skills. They should be able to demonstrate a self motivated and energetic approach, high professional commitment, a strong team-work ethic. A good team working ethic is essential to allow joint working and cross cover when necessary.
Informal enquiries to: Fiona Genney, AHP Team Lead (East Ross)- tel: 01349 853131 or email
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.
We employ over 10,700 people, making us one of the biggest employers in the area. As an organisation, we make a very significant contribution to the local economy.
Our staff are also important members of our communities. Our greatest asset is our workforce, and the way we go about our work comes from the values and behaviours we demonstrate on a daily basis. As a board we strive to ensure the environment is conducive to nurturing a positive culture, supported and delivered through .