Job summary
Highly Specialised Physiotherapist - Rotational across Haematology and Oncology Team.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Physiotherapist with a passion for Oncology and Haematology to join the Haem-Onc rotation. You will be the senior therapist within each rotation and work collaboratively with the MDT including Palliative care, Neuro-oncology and respiratory therapists as part of the integrated Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team.
We are looking for dynamic, forward thinking and passionate therapist with excellent leadership, communication skills and advanced clinical skills, to join the team and deliver high quality, timely care. You will possess the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. It is important that the successful applicant is a team player with a positive outlook, enthusiasm and ability to learn and develop new skills.
You must be able to demonstrate sound knowledge and experience in Oncology and Haematology possessing highly specialist assessment, treatment and risk management skills. The ability to work autonomously, but also well within a multi-disciplinary team is essential, as is the ability to promote the role of Therapies and the implementation of evidence-based practice. In addition to the clinical caseload, the post holder will have the opportunity to play a key part in the development of the Therapy service and the team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of a therapy service meeting the needs of a multi-cultural and diverse population. As a senior member of a committed team they will be responsible for providing an advanced standard of physiotherapy care to Oncology, haematology and palliative care patients at Charing Cross Hospital (CXH) and Hammersmith Hospital (HH). The post holder will complete annual rotations between the haematology inpatient/palliative care services at HH and the Oncology, neuro-oncology & palliative care services at CXH.
The post holder will assist the multi-disciplinary team by contributing to the planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluation of the physiotherapy input to the trust's Oncology, Haematology and Palliative care service. The post holder will be a resource for specialist advice to the physiotherapy service and other professions for this speciality area. Supported by a Clinical Lead and Clinical Service Lead, this post holder will have the opportunity to participate and lead in quality improvement and service development projects.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part-time or job share.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in Physiotherapy.
- HPC registered Physiotherapist
Desirable
- MSc or equivalent post graduate experience
- Advanced communication skills training.
Experienc
Essential
- Proven post graduate experience in oncology/haematology and palliative acre.
- Experience in end of life care planning.
- Clinical education of students.
- Experience of using clinical governance framework to monitor and improve quality of patient care.
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Demonstrate learning from experience and having undertaken formal and informal CPD, both general and specific to clinical fields of speciality
- Competent computer skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Bracing and Collar training.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- Professional qualification in Physiotherapy.
- HPC registered Physiotherapist
Desirable
- MSc or equivalent post graduate experience
- Advanced communication skills training.
Experienc
Essential
- Proven post graduate experience in oncology/haematology and palliative acre.
- Experience in end of life care planning.
- Clinical education of students.
- Experience of using clinical governance framework to monitor and improve quality of patient care.
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner.
- Demonstrate learning from experience and having undertaken formal and informal CPD, both general and specific to clinical fields of speciality
- Competent computer skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills
Desirable
- Bracing and Collar training.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
