Job summary
Expected Shortlisting
Date
19/05/2025
Planned Interview
Date
27/05/2025
We
have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Practitioner to work in the
newly developed Perinatal Pelvic Health service (PPHS) team at Leeds Teaching
Hospitals NHS Trust.
As
part of the national establishment of Perinatal Pelvic Health Services to
improve and transform postnatal care, the post holder will contribute to the
care of women and birthing people in Leeds and its surrounding area. The post
holder will work alongside an Advanced Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
practitioner and a Senior Physiotherapist in the PPHS team to support
perinatal patients during pregnancy and with their physical recovery post
birth. Physiotherapy input includes a mixture of outpatient, inpatient and
group provision working. The caseload is interesting and varied, often
requiring a sensitive and empathetic approach.
The
successful applicant will demonstrate a professional and flexible approach to
their work, as well as the ability to adapt to new challenges. We are seeking
an individual who is a team player and a fantastic communicator who is
motivated to help support the delivery and development of the PPHS service in
Leeds.
For
more information on this role please contact - sarah.hemingway2@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
The
successful candidate will be part of the newly developed PPHS and existing
Urogynaecology Physiotherapy teams at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The
post holder will be involved with supporting clinical staff with both
clinical, administrative and support work, providing clinical care for
Perinatal patients, during pregnancy and following birth. The successful
applicant will work in varied clinical settings, including outpatients,
inpatients and group session provision. You will have the opportunity to
contribute to and support service development and work collaboratively with
the PPHS and Urogynaecology Physiotherapy teams, as well as the wider
multidisciplinary teams. The post holder will be well supported by the
Specialist Physiotherapist and Advanced Pelvic Health Practitioner in the
PPHS team as well as the wider Urogynaecology and Obstetric Physiotherapy
services.
The
successful applicant will need to demonstrate excellent communication and IT
skills, enthusiasm for the job and problem-solving skills to ensure they can
recognise and manage sometimes challenging situations. Prior Physiotherapy,
Urogynae or Maternity experience is desirable but not required and on the job
training will be provided.
The
post offers excellent opportunities for professional and personal
development.
About us
Our
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Department is a dynamic, forward thinking team
welcoming individuals to work with us to achieve our vision of providing
outstanding care. We have an accredited Urogynaecology unit and Obstetric
Physiotherapy services, both of which have strong MDT links and education.
The newly developed PPHS service will work alongside existing Pelvic Health
Physiotherapy and midwifery services, to deliver the best care for the
perinatal women of Leeds.
As
a supportive, innovative team, we are committed to recruiting the best people
to work with us, to achieve our vision to provide outstanding care. Our
values at LTHT are to always be patient-centred, fair, collaborative,
accountable and empowered, with the Leeds Improvement Method underpinning
these values.
Leeds
Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk'
members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts
are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove
adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the
shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this
process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any
questions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Title: PPHS Assistant Therapy Practitioner
Band: 4
Unit/Department: Gynaecology
CSU/Directorate: Womens
JOB
PURPOSE
To
work within the pelvic health physiotherapy outpatient team providing
specialist clinical skills and administrative and organisational support with
minimal guidance.
The
post holder will work independently to support, improve and evaluate the
patient pathway from referral to discharge. There will be liaison with
clinical staff, MDT, admin, patients and management.
The
post holder will organise the learning and supervision structure within the
team in conjunction with the physiotherapy and MDT team.
The
post holder will manage a caseload of suitable patients independently and be
able to work with infrequent supervision from Physiotherapists. This may
involve initial screening of patients or delivering prescribed treatment
following physiotherapy assessment
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job
Title: PPHS Assistant Therapy Practitioner
Band: 4
Unit/Department: Gynaecology
CSU/Directorate: Womens
JOB
PURPOSE
To
work within the pelvic health physiotherapy outpatient team providing
specialist clinical skills and administrative and organisational support with
minimal guidance.
The
post holder will work independently to support, improve and evaluate the
patient pathway from referral to discharge. There will be liaison with
clinical staff, MDT, admin, patients and management.
The
post holder will organise the learning and supervision structure within the
team in conjunction with the physiotherapy and MDT team.
The
post holder will manage a caseload of suitable patients independently and be
able to work with infrequent supervision from Physiotherapists. This may
involve initial screening of patients or delivering prescribed treatment
following physiotherapy assessment
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrate continued professional development
- Clear thinking
- Mature and calm
- Self-motivated
- Demonstrate initiative
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to manage workload delegated by a number of therapists
- Able to respond to and act upon feedback from others
- Flexible
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Ability to prioritise patients needs.
- Knowledge of the needs and problems of those with a disability.
- Ability to learn from staff at all levels.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical Experience.
- Significant experience working as a therapy, maternity or healthcare support worker, working in a hospital setting or equivalent
- Able to understand and apply therapy processes.
- Understanding of the role of Physiotherapist.
- Demonstrate clear understanding of urogynaecology procedures.
- Health and Safety awareness in clinical environment.
Desirable
- Experience organising own daily caseload and working independently
- Ability to organise and deliver group therapy sessions
- Previous experience of working in a physiotherapy, gynaecology, urogynaecology or maternity setting
- Able to understand and apply therapy processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 NVQ qualification in relevant health care or science related subject.
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade C (4) minimum) or Functional Skills equivalent (Level 2 minimum)
Desirable
- Completion of CARE Certificate otherwise mandatory training within first 3 months of employment
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Organisational skills and Prioritisation skills
- Able to work effectively within tight time scales
- Able to teach and motivate others
- Moving and Handling patients and equipment in line with Trust and Service guidelines
- Willing to participate in on-going professional development
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
Person Specification
Skills & behaviours
Essential
- Demonstrate continued professional development
- Clear thinking
- Mature and calm
- Self-motivated
- Demonstrate initiative
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Able to manage workload delegated by a number of therapists
- Able to respond to and act upon feedback from others
- Flexible
Desirable
- Computer skills
- Ability to prioritise patients needs.
- Knowledge of the needs and problems of those with a disability.
- Ability to learn from staff at all levels.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant clinical Experience.
- Significant experience working as a therapy, maternity or healthcare support worker, working in a hospital setting or equivalent
- Able to understand and apply therapy processes.
- Understanding of the role of Physiotherapist.
- Demonstrate clear understanding of urogynaecology procedures.
- Health and Safety awareness in clinical environment.
Desirable
- Experience organising own daily caseload and working independently
- Ability to organise and deliver group therapy sessions
- Previous experience of working in a physiotherapy, gynaecology, urogynaecology or maternity setting
- Able to understand and apply therapy processes.
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 4 NVQ qualification in relevant health care or science related subject.
- GCSE English and Maths (Grade C (4) minimum) or Functional Skills equivalent (Level 2 minimum)
Desirable
- Completion of CARE Certificate otherwise mandatory training within first 3 months of employment
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Problem solving skills
- Creative thinking
- Organisational skills and Prioritisation skills
- Able to work effectively within tight time scales
- Able to teach and motivate others
- Moving and Handling patients and equipment in line with Trust and Service guidelines
- Willing to participate in on-going professional development
- Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments if necessary), including clearance on blood borne viruses in compliance with Trust Policy
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.
