Physiotherapist

Job responsibilities

Work within and adhere to the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists Code ofProfessional Values and Behaviour (2011), The Health Care Professionals Council(HCPC) standards of practice, The Trust relevant policies and guidelines.The post holder is an autonomous practitioner, responsible for provision ofspecialised assessment, treatment, intervention and discharge planning of patientsreferred to the service.Responsible for managing a caseload of patients with a variety of complexconditions including chronic, disabling and life limiting illnesses.Carry out specialist assessment and treatment including the prescription of essentialequipment as part of the therapeutic intervention. Specifically assessing issuesrelated to the barriers which prevent the individual carrying out activities of dailyliving e.g. mobility, moving and handling, functional restrictions, activity tolerance,hand eye coordination, positioning, cognitive impairment, social and psychologicalissues, environmental restrictions.Assist the Clinical Specialist in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating thetherapy service.Act as a source of expertise and demonstrate advanced knowledge, skill andexperience in Physiotherapy with a range of physical conditions.Educate other health care professionals, multi agency professionals andtherapy students within the specialty.Work in the community as a lone practitioner in line with the Trust Lone WorkerPolicy.The post holder will be responsible for deputising for the Clinical Specialist asappropriate.

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Accredited fieldwork educator

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Post registration experience in a relevant clinical area.
• Knowledge of current best practice
• An understanding of the principles of clinical governance.
• Understanding of professional conduct and confidentiality.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, eligibility criteria/policies and procedures.
• Experience of supervising junior / support staff
• Experience of delivering training to colleagues in health and/or other agencies.
• Experience of research, audit, reflective practice or outcome measures.

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems.
• Previous use of computer based data collection system

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Portfolio of documented evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Able to relate theory to complex clinical situations
• Caseload Management Skills
• Clinical planning and organisational skills.
• Able to plan and conduct assessment and intervention
• Ability to identify priorities and meet deadlines
• A knowledge and practical experience of manual handling.
• Ability to work alone as well as part of a team
• Able to take initiative for development purposes
• Ability to work under pressure and recognise when support is required.
• Implement judgement and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent clinical and professional decisions taking into consideration Trust/Departmental Policies/Procedures.
• Experience of project work at departmental level
• Public speaking/presentation skills.
• Ability to lead in a given situation
• Hold an up-to-date UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle or able to make alternative transport arrangements.

Desirable

• Experience of leading a team or service.
• An awareness of current NHS trends which influence service provision.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).