Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our specialist amputee rehabilitation service at the Freeman Hospital.
We have two 18 month temporary Band 6 posts on offer, owing to recent service growth. The successful applicants will work across both the inpatient and outpatient amputee physiotherapy pathways and will become an integral part of a small Specialist Physiotherapy Team delivering best practice to this patient group.
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Band 5 Physiotherapist who has had previous experience working with amputees or a Band 6 Physiotherapist with amputee rehabilitation experience who may wish to develop their skills further within this specialist field.
- Interview Date Wednesday, 18 September 2024
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
- You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will be part of the amputee rehabilitation service at Freeman hospital.
The postholders will be involved in the delivery of specialist amputee Physiotherapy throughout the patient journey; involving pre-amputation assessments, ward based acute post- surgical rehabilitation, discharge planning, and out- patient rehabilitation with progression to limb wearing where appropriate. The service supports all of the Newcastle amputee patients, in addition to more complex patients from around the region.
You will be supported by Band 7 Clinical Lead Physiotherapists working within the Amputee Rehabilitation Centre itself, together with MDT colleagues and ward based therapy teams.
About us
Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the busiest, largest and most successful teaching NHS foundation trusts in the country, with around 16,000 staff and an annual income of £1 billion.
We have a long history of providing high quality care, clinical excellence, and innovation in medical research regionally, nationally and internationally.
We're also proud to be the second largest provider of specialised services in the country. This means we support people with a range of rare and complex medical, surgical and neurological conditions, cancers and genetic orders.
Our staff oversee around 2 million patients 'contacts' each year, delivering high standards of healthcare.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and recognise the benefit in providing an inclusive environment. We value and respect the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects the communities we serve, and is equipped to deliver the best service to our patients. We welcome all applications irrespective of people's race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in specialty
- If applicable to role, participate in the Senior Physiotherapy general rotational scheme, which involves working across the Trust in a range of clinical settings, some of which are regional specialities
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care (assessment, treatment and advice) to a complex patient group in specialty
- If applicable to role, participate in the Senior Physiotherapy general rotational scheme, which involves working across the Trust in a range of clinical settings, some of which are regional specialities
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
Please note it is a requirement of The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust that all successful candidates who require a DBS for the post they have been offered pay for their DBS certificate. The method of payment is a salary deduction from your first months pay.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of a range of medical conditions and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Sound knowledge of the physiotherapy process
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects
- Knowledge of current NHS issues e.g. NSF's Improving Working Lives
SKILLS
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to personal and service development
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. manual therapy
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- NHS experience in a rotational post providing a broad range of experience across the core areas of physiotherapy
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a senior post
- Experience of working with patients with physical health problems
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society Of Physiotherapists
- Involvement in relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest groups
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Advanced knowledge of a range of medical conditions and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Sound knowledge of the physiotherapy process
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research and audit projects
- Knowledge of current NHS issues e.g. NSF's Improving Working Lives
SKILLS
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to personal and service development
- Ability to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Presentation Skills
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. manual therapy
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- NHS experience in a rotational post providing a broad range of experience across the core areas of physiotherapy
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in a senior post
- Experience of working with patients with physical health problems
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society Of Physiotherapists
- Involvement in relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest groups
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).
