Job summary
JOB PURPOSE
The Physiotherapist will act as a named professional in the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of rehabilitation care for patients, in community and inpatients. This will be achieved by following evidence based, individualised plans of care.
SCOPE AND RANGE
Rotational post across Doncaster and Rotherham including Mental Health,Learning Disabilities, Home First Services and Neuro Services.
Rotations will be for 6 months in each service.
Main duties of the job
Clinical
Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver evidence-based physiotherapy treatments for diverse conditions.
Plan, implement, and adapt interventions collaboratively with patients to ensure effectiveness and progress.
Provide person-centred care and rehabilitation across various settings.
Work autonomously, managing and prioritising own caseload efficiently.
Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to deliver coordinated, timely rehabilitation.
Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and professionals, using empathy and clarity.
Refer to other professionals/agencies as appropriate and act as a patient advocate.
Maintain dignity, privacy, and holistic well-being for patients and carers.
Participate in weekend rota when required.
Management & Leadership
Supervise and support Rehabilitation/Physiotherapy Assistants in their development.
Represent Physiotherapy in MDT meetings and service development forums.
Support implementation and compliance with Trust policies.
Clinical Governance
Adhere to CSP, HCPC, and all relevant standards, codes, and policies.
Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and safe equipment management.
Comply with Health & Safety and Infection Control protocols, including risk assessments.
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://workwithrdash.co.uk/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
- HCPC registered.
Desirable
- Member of Charted Society of Physiotherapy or similar
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience as a student or qualified physiotherapist.
- Student placements or experience in a range of core areas.
- Evidence of community and inpatient working.
- Experience of working with patients who have fallen and in the care of older adults.
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate awareness of the roles of others in providing patient care and ability to work as an effective team member.
- Evidence of relevant CPD.
- An understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
- Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality.
Desirable
- Experience of working with/supervising junior / support staff
- Experience of NHS working
- Experience of working within a respiratory service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of relevant clinical guidelines and legislation and their application in practice e.g. Older Adults, Falls and Respiratory.
- Demonstrate clinical knowledge of a broad range of diagnoses and conditions in line with areas of the post
- Demonstrable knowledge HCPC standard of practice and of professional registration requirements.
- Understanding of information governance and of the processes for sharing patient information across agencies.
- Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management, and ability for formulate plans to reduce risk.
- Basic computer skills.
- Well developed theoretical knowledge underpinning physiotherapy practice.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
Desirable
- Ability to communicate within difficult circumstances and demonstrate empathetic approach to patients.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), analytical, problem solving skills and clinical reasoning
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate information clearly to a variety of professionals and to patients and their families, overcoming barriers to communication.
- Demonstrable skills in clinical reasoning and problem solving for case management.
- Proven organisational skills including time management and prioritisation to manage clinical and administrative workload.
- Ability to work in collaboration with others.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
- Good organisational skills.
- Commitment to patient centred non-discriminatory practice
Desirable
- Ability to take responsibility for an area of work / workload.
- Ability to show initiative but understanding when to refer to trained staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy.
- HCPC registered.
Desirable
- Member of Charted Society of Physiotherapy or similar
Experience
Essential
- Appropriate experience as a student or qualified physiotherapist.
- Student placements or experience in a range of core areas.
- Evidence of community and inpatient working.
- Experience of working with patients who have fallen and in the care of older adults.
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate awareness of the roles of others in providing patient care and ability to work as an effective team member.
- Evidence of relevant CPD.
- An understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
- Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality.
Desirable
- Experience of working with/supervising junior / support staff
- Experience of NHS working
- Experience of working within a respiratory service.
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of relevant clinical guidelines and legislation and their application in practice e.g. Older Adults, Falls and Respiratory.
- Demonstrate clinical knowledge of a broad range of diagnoses and conditions in line with areas of the post
- Demonstrable knowledge HCPC standard of practice and of professional registration requirements.
- Understanding of information governance and of the processes for sharing patient information across agencies.
- Understanding of the issues pertaining to clinical risk management, and ability for formulate plans to reduce risk.
- Basic computer skills.
- Well developed theoretical knowledge underpinning physiotherapy practice.
- Good written and oral communication skills.
Desirable
- Ability to communicate within difficult circumstances and demonstrate empathetic approach to patients.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), analytical, problem solving skills and clinical reasoning
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate information clearly to a variety of professionals and to patients and their families, overcoming barriers to communication.
- Demonstrable skills in clinical reasoning and problem solving for case management.
- Proven organisational skills including time management and prioritisation to manage clinical and administrative workload.
- Ability to work in collaboration with others.
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
- Good organisational skills.
- Commitment to patient centred non-discriminatory practice
Desirable
- Ability to take responsibility for an area of work / workload.
- Ability to show initiative but understanding when to refer to trained staff.
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).
