Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and innovative Band 7 Physiotherapist to work on a permanent basis in the regional Hands Burns and Plastics unit. The unit covers a wide geographical area and has a variety of specialties including Hands; acute traumatic injuries and elective procedures, Plastic reconstructive surgery; traumatic upper and lower limb cases, elective reconstructive surgery; breast, facial, lower limb, skin cancer, sarcoma and the regional burns service.
The role delivers high-quality physiotherapy care in various settings; outpatients including therapy-led hand trauma clinics, dressings, consultant and multidisciplinary clinics, rehabilitation unit within the physiotherapy department, hydrotherapy. It also involves working in the inpatient setting; participating in the trauma ward round and supporting the team on the wards, working closely with the multidisciplinary team.
The role involves delivering advanced assessments, developing and implementing individualised treatment plans and promoting optimal recovery and functional independence. As part of the regional specialty service, you will offer a person-centred approach working closely with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive evidence-based care.
CPD is provided within job planned time, and support through peer supervision from the Team Leads.
- Interview Date Thursday 06 March 2025
- 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Main duties of the job
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care to a highly complex patient group in the specialty, performing advanced assessments, developing tailored rehabilitation programmes and utilising specialised techniques such as splinting, scar management and manual therapy to enhance recovery.
- To provide physiotherapy support for patients as in-patients, in outpatient clinics and on the day units as applicable to role.
- To provide an advisory service to patients, their families, physiotherapists, consultants, nursing staff and other health care professionals in tertiary and secondary care, both locally and regionally.
- To develop and provide specialist education and training to nursing, medical and physiotherapy staff and any other members of the MDT to optimise each patient's outcome and invest in the learning and development of people.
- To be responsible for own continued professional development.
- Following a period of in-house assessment, induction and training (as appropriate) to be part of the weekend cover.
About us
Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:
o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walkso These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.
We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.
Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.
For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care to a highly complex patient group within the Plastic Surgery Directorate encompassing adult and paediatric burns, plastic surgery and hand therapy at both in and out-patient levels.
- To rotate within the speciality every 6 months working across in patients, outpatients, adults and paediatrics.
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.
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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide a high standard of physiotherapy care to a highly complex patient group within the Plastic Surgery Directorate encompassing adult and paediatric burns, plastic surgery and hand therapy at both in and out-patient levels.
- To rotate within the speciality every 6 months working across in patients, outpatients, adults and paediatrics.
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.
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.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of medical conditions relevant to the speciality and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Highly specialist knowledge of the physiotherapy process and its application with the client group in the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research projects
- Knowledge of current NHS initiatives e.g. National Service Frameworks, Improving Working Lives
SKILLS
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to pass on skills and knowledge to others both formally and informally
- Good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own practice
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. Manual Therapy, Splinting
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post-grad experience including working at senior level within Burns and Plastic Surgery/Musculoskeletal setting
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of teaching and delivering presentations
Desirable
- Previous experience at advanced level
- Experience of carrying out audit projects
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD and relevant post-graduate courses
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Involvement with the relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest Group
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Highly specialist knowledge of medical conditions relevant to the speciality and their impact on patient's functional abilities
- Highly specialist knowledge of the physiotherapy process and its application with the client group in the speciality
Desirable
- Knowledge of undertaking research projects
- Knowledge of current NHS initiatives e.g. National Service Frameworks, Improving Working Lives
SKILLS
Essential
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to pass on skills and knowledge to others both formally and informally
- Good organisation, time management, problem-solving and prioritisation skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to reflect and critically appraise own practice
Desirable
- IT Skills
- Specialist treatment skills e.g. Manual Therapy, Splinting
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Significant post-grad experience including working at senior level within Burns and Plastic Surgery/Musculoskeletal setting
- Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Experience of teaching and delivering presentations
Desirable
- Previous experience at advanced level
- Experience of carrying out audit projects
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Degree or equivalent Diploma in Physiotherapy
- State Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD and relevant post-graduate courses
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Involvement with the relevant CSP Clinical Special Interest Group
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).
