Job summary
We are looking for a Physiotherapist to join our medical therapy team at Watford General Hospital.
This is a full time post, working 37.5 hours per week.
This post would be suitable for an experienced band 5 looking to progress in their career, or an existing band 6 looking to build on their skills.
You will be supported by a robust senior tier with a wealth of experience to help guide and support in both your individual learning needs but to also strive to ensure that the best standards of care are provided.
A well-established probation and appraisal process is in place to help facilitate this. We also offer In-Service training and CPD opportunities to develop your specialist skills. Opportunities and experience will be gained in the supervision of band 5 physiotherapists, assistants and undergraduates.
In addition, we have senior leadership training opportunities and a robust in-service training programme. There are also opportunities for course funding both externally and through the department's links with the University of Hertfordshire.
The department is 7 day working and this post would be included in that rota (frequency of 1:4 - 1:6 weekends) with rest days in the following week, along with a requirement to be on the Respiratory on call evening rota.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate would be providing highly skilled physiotherapy assessment and treatment of patients across Medical Wards at Watford General Hospital.
The post holder should have experience with a variety of patient cohorts including general medicine, neurological conditions and oncology.
Candidates should have an awareness of discharge pathways within the NHS and social care.
The successful candidate will join a growing integrated team of OT's and Physio's and will have the opportunity to develop both their clinical and supervisory skills.
Excellent clinical reasoning and therapy handling skills are a prerequisite for this post.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council.
- Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded specialist skills.
Desirable
- Attendance at post graduate courses in relevant fields.
- Attendance at Student supervisors' course.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of Physiotherapy structure in NHS.
- Standards - Health Care Professions Council/ Chartered Society of Physiotherapy/ Local.
- Policies and Procedures (local e.g. Health and Safety).
- Ability to search and review evidence base.
- Understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service.
- Evidence of written projects/audit.
Experience:
Essential
- Clinical problem-solving ability.
- NHS experience.
- Skills in physiotherapeutic techniques.
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients.
- Willing to participate in emergency/on call duties.
- Ability to assess patient conditions establish a diagnosis and formulate a specialised treatment plan, from a range of modalities.
Desirable
- Broad experience within a Band 5 or Band 6 rotational post including general medicine, neurology and oncology.
- Awareness of discharge pathways within the NHS and social care.
- Acute/Community experience.
- Respiratory on- call/emergency experience.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council.
- Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded specialist skills.
Desirable
- Attendance at post graduate courses in relevant fields.
- Attendance at Student supervisors' course.
Knowledge:
Essential
- Understanding of Physiotherapy structure in NHS.
- Standards - Health Care Professions Council/ Chartered Society of Physiotherapy/ Local.
- Policies and Procedures (local e.g. Health and Safety).
- Ability to search and review evidence base.
- Understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service.
- Evidence of written projects/audit.
Experience:
Essential
- Clinical problem-solving ability.
- NHS experience.
- Skills in physiotherapeutic techniques.
- Highly developed physical skills, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and manual treatment of patients.
- Willing to participate in emergency/on call duties.
- Ability to assess patient conditions establish a diagnosis and formulate a specialised treatment plan, from a range of modalities.
Desirable
- Broad experience within a Band 5 or Band 6 rotational post including general medicine, neurology and oncology.
- Awareness of discharge pathways within the NHS and social care.
- Acute/Community experience.
- Respiratory on- call/emergency experience.
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).
