We are recruiting to the First Contact Physiotherapy (FCP) service in NHS Highland.
This is an exciting opportunity to work within the FCP team, providing non-clinical administrative support to Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners based in primary care. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is a good team player with interpersonal skills.
Applications are invited from individuals who have an interest in working within a health care setting providing non-clinical support as necessary. Good computer and organisational skills are an asset. The team is spread across NHS Highland and therefore utilising remote options and using various communication methods is required. This post has office accommodation available in Raigmore Hospital, but the post can be undertaken via remote working or on a hybrid basis.
The Highlands of Scotland is historically rich offering a safe and pleasant environment in which to live. There are a wide range of options for outdoor enthusiasts, water and land based. The main conurbation Inverness is a cosmopolitan city, considered the cultural capital. It has all the benefits of city life with beauty and nature right on its doorstep. The Highlands offer an unrivalled quality of life with low pollution, congestion and one of the most scenic environments in Europe. It is a perfect location for mountain access.
A full current driving licence and use of car for work purposes is essential.
Informal enquiries to Fiona Ward; tel: 07929 014531; email: fiona.ward3@nhs.scot or Jude Arnaud; tel: 07971 174752; email: judith.arnaud@nhs.scot
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
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.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
- Effective from 1st April 2026, the Agenda for Change full-time working week will be reduced from 37 to 36 hours. Part-time hours will be adjusted on a pro-rata basis. There will be an increase in the hourly rate to ensure that pay remains unaffected.
- Applications are welcome from Gaelic speakers. / Tha fàilte air tagraidhean bho luchd‑labhairt na Gàidhlig.
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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 our NHS and social care values.
Care and compassion | Dignity and respect | Openness, honesty and responsibility | Quality and teamwork |
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