Job summary
There are current vacancies within the Community Intermediate Care Team in South East Essex. Posts available are within the Early Supported Discharge Team for Stroke rehabilitation and the domiciliary rehab service for patients with other complex neurological conditions, frailty or unstable fractures.
In this team, you will have the time and opportunity to make a real difference to a patient's functional abilities, level of independence and quality of life in either their own home or other community settings.
There are opportunities to develop and specialise your clinical skills in orthopaedics, neuro/stroke rehabilitation, falls prevention and frailty, as well as developing leadership and managerial skills to support the development of existing and new and exciting services.
Intermediate care covers the following areas:
- Inpatient Stroke rehabilitation (8 beds at CICC)
- Frailty/complex neurology/orthopaedic rehabilitation beds (14 at CICC)
- Early support stroke rehabilitation
- Frailty virtual ward
- Admission avoidance
- Re-ablement and unstable fracture management
Therapy is patient goal led, with the focus on rehabilitation over approx. 3-6 weeks depending on the clinical area.
Full or part time hours will be considered and there is the option for either static or rotational posts across intermediate care services.
Main duties of the job
Main responsibilities:
- The post holder is responsible for provision of Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation in conjunction with junior physiotherapists within the service. There is an opportunity to rotate between different clinical areas to enhance and specialise skills.
- To participate in multidisciplinary rehabilitation services in either the patient's own home or our bed based rehabilitation unit in Cumberlege Intermediate Care Centre (CICC). The multidisciplinary team includes Rehabilitation Assistants, Associate practitioners, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist and Nursing colleagues.
- To provide evidence based and high quality patient care and rehabilitation which is personalised to the individual's goals and needs.
- Deliver a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times and ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
We offer excellent CPD opportunities including peer support groups, in-service training, professional supervision and either internal or external courses which may support your professional objectives.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
- We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities:
- The post holder is responsible for provision of Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation in conjunction with junior physiotherapists within the service. There is an opportunity to rotate between different clinical areas to enhance and specialise skills.
- To participate in multidisciplinary rehabilitation services in either the patients own home or our bed based rehabilitation unit in Cumberlege Intermediate Care Centre (CICC). The multidisciplinary team includes Rehabilitation Assistants, Associate practitioners, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist and Nursing colleagues.
- To provide evidence based and high quality patient care and rehabilitation which is personalised to the individuals goals and needs.
- Deliver a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times and ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
We offer excellent CPD opportunities including peer support groups, in-service training, professional supervision and either internal or external courses which may support your professional objectives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main responsibilities:
- The post holder is responsible for provision of Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and evaluation in conjunction with junior physiotherapists within the service. There is an opportunity to rotate between different clinical areas to enhance and specialise skills.
- To participate in multidisciplinary rehabilitation services in either the patients own home or our bed based rehabilitation unit in Cumberlege Intermediate Care Centre (CICC). The multidisciplinary team includes Rehabilitation Assistants, Associate practitioners, Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist and Nursing colleagues.
- To provide evidence based and high quality patient care and rehabilitation which is personalised to the individuals goals and needs.
- Deliver a compassionate, dignified and respectful service to patients at all times and ensuring that the values outlined in the NHS constitution are adhered to daily and any matters of concern are raised with the relevant Line Manager or through the necessary processes within the Trust.
We offer excellent CPD opportunities including peer support groups, in-service training, professional supervision and either internal or external courses which may support your professional objectives.
Person Specification
Education /Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy and member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
- Postgraduate study in relevant area e.g. Falls, Frailty
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as physiotherapist working in NHS or similar UK health systems
- Experience of working in a range of clinical areas e.g. orthopaedics, neuro, medical
- Ability to prioritise and delegate workload and own time
Desirable
- Experience working in and leading a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team
- Experience of working in a community environment
- Experience and knowledge of using SystmOne
Qualities
Essential
- Proven decision making ability and problem solving skills
- Enthusiastic and able to work without direction
Person Specification
Education /Qualifications
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in Physiotherapy and member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP)
- HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
- Postgraduate study in relevant area e.g. Falls, Frailty
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as physiotherapist working in NHS or similar UK health systems
- Experience of working in a range of clinical areas e.g. orthopaedics, neuro, medical
- Ability to prioritise and delegate workload and own time
Desirable
- Experience working in and leading a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation team
- Experience of working in a community environment
- Experience and knowledge of using SystmOne
Qualities
Essential
- Proven decision making ability and problem solving skills
- Enthusiastic and able to work without direction
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).
