Job summary
PLEASE USE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH NHS JOBS. Please email applications to recruitment@queenscourt.org.uk
Occupational
Therapist or Physiotherapist (Band 5)
£27,193 - £32,992 per annum/pro rata (Dependant
on Experience)
37.5 hours per week,
Permanent
Location: Southport,
Merseyside
A new and
exciting opportunity has arisen within Queenscourts therapy team for either a
Band 5 Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist. The post holder within their
role will provide either a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapy specialist
palliative care assessment, management plan and provide support for patients
with a life limiting illness and refer patients to any of Queenscourt clinical
services including the in-patient unit, Queenscourt Connect out-patients and in
community.
Main duties of the job
The post
holder will work as a member of the multi-professional specialist palliative
care team to provide the highest quality, individualised service to each person
and their families and carers within Queenscourt Hospice.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Midnight, Sunday
28th May 2023
If sufficient response is received this advert could be closed earlier
than the specified closing date, so please apply as soon as possible to ensure
that your application is considered.
For further information or for an
informal conversation, please contact Cath Ainsworth, Imogen Baddeley or Sharon
Holt on 01704 544645
About us
PLEASE USE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH NHS JOBS. Please email applications to recruitment@queenscourt.org.uk
Interested? We offer:
- 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 29 and 30 at respective 5 and 10 year anniversaries
- We recognise NHS service in respect of holidays, sickness and salary.
- We support NHS Pensions contributions for those with eligibility.
- Enhanced maternity, Paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
- Occupational sickness scheme
- Access to offers and discounts (including Blue Light Cards)
- A comprehensive induction program with ongoing training and development
- Career progression opportunities
- Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance program (EAP)
- Free on-site parking.
- Supportive, employee focussed policies along with a wealth of wellbeing initiatives.
- Working in a modern, bright, and welcoming environment.
- Subsidised staff meals.
- Staff receive excellent support and supervision from our management team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE USE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH NHS JOBS.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE USE APPLICATION FORM ATTACHED TO APPLY FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY THROUGH NHS JOBS.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - BSc in Physiotherapy or Degree in O.T. or equivalent
- - Professional registration with HCPC
Desirable
- - Advanced communication skills
- - Palliative Care qualification
Experience
Essential
- - Previous experience as a Registered Nurse or interest in palliative care with willingness for preceptorship.
- - Using patient information systems and Microsoft Office on a daily basis
- - Previous experience within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- - Experience in palliative care
- - Experience of working with volunteers
- - Experience using SystmOne patient information system
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- - Ability to manage own time and work autonomously within clinical and non-clinical activity and to guide others using problem solving and decision making skills
- - Evidence of continuing professional development
- - Ability to work flexibly across a range of patient demographics.
- - Evidence of communication skills, written & verbal
- - Interpersonal and organisation skills
- - Able to work effectively in an emotionally demanding environment, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of people with life-limiting illnesses.
Desirable
- - Knowledge and understanding of the Hospice movement
- - Understanding of specialist palliative care provision
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated; calm attitude; can demonstrate initiative; team player who can demonstrate a positive and flexible approach along with an understanding of the charitable ethos and of working with volunteers.
- Driver with access to own vehicle
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - BSc in Physiotherapy or Degree in O.T. or equivalent
- - Professional registration with HCPC
Desirable
- - Advanced communication skills
- - Palliative Care qualification
Experience
Essential
- - Previous experience as a Registered Nurse or interest in palliative care with willingness for preceptorship.
- - Using patient information systems and Microsoft Office on a daily basis
- - Previous experience within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- - Experience in palliative care
- - Experience of working with volunteers
- - Experience using SystmOne patient information system
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- - Ability to manage own time and work autonomously within clinical and non-clinical activity and to guide others using problem solving and decision making skills
- - Evidence of continuing professional development
- - Ability to work flexibly across a range of patient demographics.
- - Evidence of communication skills, written & verbal
- - Interpersonal and organisation skills
- - Able to work effectively in an emotionally demanding environment, understanding and sensitivity to the needs of people with life-limiting illnesses.
Desirable
- - Knowledge and understanding of the Hospice movement
- - Understanding of specialist palliative care provision
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Highly motivated; calm attitude; can demonstrate initiative; team player who can demonstrate a positive and flexible approach along with an understanding of the charitable ethos and of working with volunteers.
- Driver with access to own vehicle
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
