AHP Consultant - Trauma and Orthopaedics

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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.

An opportunity has arisen for a permanent ASH Consultant Unscheduled Care based at University Hospital Ayr.

• Work with key stakeholders across acute, primary care and community services including health, social care, third sector and public health.
• Provide an strong interface between North, South and East Ayrshire HSCP services to streamline patient care.
• Deliver on the agreed KPIs aligned to the Hip Fracture Audit, DWD, D2A and the frailty pathway.
• Provide AHP leadership to the MDT within Trauma and Orthopaedics with a strong focus on improving orthogeriatric care and reducing hospital length of stay.
• Lead on education and training across Trauma and Orthopaedics.

You must hold a relevant qualification in one of the Allied Health Professions and have active registration with HCPC. You will be able to evidence Masters level education, experience of leading a clinical team, and advanced clinical skills in acute assessment/care and community rehabilitation.

37 per week over 5 days.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential to this role.

Caroline Clark, AHP Director NHS Ayrshire And Arran

Andy Tanagho, Clinical Director Trauma and Orthopaedics NHS Ayrshire and Arran:
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