Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a 30 hour Band 7 Clinical Specialist Therapist to join our neurology team. We are looking for either an occupational therapist or a physiotherapist with proven specialist skills in neurology, who will provide expert therapy assessment and interventions for a neurology caseload. They will also be responsible for the operational management of the integrated occupational therapy/ physiotherapy neurology therapy team and should have proven leadership skills.
The successful candidate will be passionate about neurology, motivated to develop their own skills and that of the service, and provide high quality and evidence-based therapy. They will be motivated to develop and support colleagues alongside the demands of working in a busy acute hospital.
There will be opportunities for innovation and an expectation that you will be actively involved in relevant quality improvement projects contributing to development of the neurology service.
Our large, friendly therapy department offers support through regular supervision, appraisal, training and development opportunities.
Main duties of the job
- To support the operational management of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy staff working within the team, including supervision, annual appraisal, training and general support.
- To deal with issues relating to performance management (in consultation with Human resources and the Lead Therapist) to effectively manage staff within the clinical team.
- To deliver therapeutic interventions, acting as a specialist clinician, using the principles of occupational therapy/ Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the Therapy Competency Framework.
- To lead audit and service evaluation, to further own and team's clinical practice and service development. To be involved in making recommendations for changes to practice and procedures for the relevant clinical area, and the implementation of these changes.
About us
Join a forward-thinking, compassionate, and high-performing integrated Therapy Service at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate and skilled individual to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and collaborative environment, while developing a fulfilling career.
As a member of the Therapy Service, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across a range of specialties.
What sets the service apart is our strong multi-disciplinary team culture and collaborative working with other colleagues. You'll benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, including access to structured supervision and educational frameworks, and the chance to be involved in innovative service improvement projects that shape the future of care.
By choosing Gloucestershire Hospitals Therapy Service, you are joining a team that truly values its people. We are proud of our supportive and inclusive culture through our compassionate leadership and our ongoing investment in staff wellbeing and development.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be responsible for operational management of the team by monitoring, coordinating own and other caseloads, including reallocation of work during absence and appropriately delegation to junior therapists and support workers.
- To communicate with the multi disciplinary team (MDT) to aid effective patient care, which will include taking an active role in team meetings, joint treatment sessions, case conferences and specialist interest group meetings. Either working alone or as part of the multi-disciplinary team, to make recommendations for appropriate and timely discharge.
- To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, other allied health professions and other colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service.
For further details, please read the attached Job Description.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To be responsible for operational management of the team by monitoring, coordinating own and other caseloads, including reallocation of work during absence and appropriately delegation to junior therapists and support workers.
- To communicate with the multi disciplinary team (MDT) to aid effective patient care, which will include taking an active role in team meetings, joint treatment sessions, case conferences and specialist interest group meetings. Either working alone or as part of the multi-disciplinary team, to make recommendations for appropriate and timely discharge.
- To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, other allied health professions and other colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service.
For further details, please read the attached Job Description.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy
- Registered with HCPC
- Completed or working towards completion of relevant post-graduate study and experience of working at a senior level in this specialist area.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS in the UK
- Relevant specialist experience in specialty and proven leadership experience.
- Experience of providing education and supervision to staff and students.
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Proven negotiation/communication skills
- Expert clinical reasoning skills with the ability to provide highly specialised and expert clinical advice to colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
- The ability to inspire, influence, persuade and negotiate at all levels.
- The ability to operationally manage a service area including evaluation and making change as required.
- The ability to manage change and conflict to ensure resolutions with positive outcomes
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy
- Registered with HCPC
- Completed or working towards completion of relevant post-graduate study and experience of working at a senior level in this specialist area.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS in the UK
- Relevant specialist experience in specialty and proven leadership experience.
- Experience of providing education and supervision to staff and students.
Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent planning and organisational skills.
- Proven negotiation/communication skills
- Expert clinical reasoning skills with the ability to provide highly specialised and expert clinical advice to colleagues and other healthcare professionals.
- The ability to inspire, influence, persuade and negotiate at all levels.
- The ability to operationally manage a service area including evaluation and making change as required.
- The ability to manage change and conflict to ensure resolutions with positive outcomes
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).
