Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Physiotherapist to join our Adult Therapy Services Department at UHBW permanently, rotating across bothBristol & Weston sites
Our rotations are currently 6 months in duration and we offer a wide range of experiences including Musculoskeletal Disorders, Trauma andOrthopaedics, General Medicine & Medical Respiratory, Older People's Rehab, Cardiac, Surgery/ITU and Stroke. We also offer an acute strokerotation that is based at North Bristol Trust (Southmead Hospital)As part of an integrated therapy service you will report to a Band 7 Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist team lead in your clinical area. Inall areas you will be able to access senior PT professional support and training and development opportunities.
We operate a 7 day level of working in some teams and a 6 day level of working in other teams meaning that you will contribute to 1:4Saturday &/or Sundays. You will contribute to Bank Holiday working and on-call respiratory rota.
We are unable to support relocation costs for this post. As an organisation we will cover the employer costs for Certificates of Sponsorships.
We may close the advert early, should we receive significant applicants.Interviews will be held virtually on Thursday 6th, Monday 10th and Wednesday 12th November
We are unable to consider applicants who do not have HCPC registration .
Main duties of the job
o To act as an autonomous practitioner, providing physiotherapy assessment and treatment, and managing their own patient caseload within a speciality team, with the support and mentoring of senior physiotherapists.
o Staff will rotate to different clinical areas across the Trust. Each rotation will have clear learning objectives to consolidate and build ongraduate skills and academic knowledge.
o To plan and prioritise their own workload, delegating tasks as appropriate and communicating progress with the multi-disciplinary team.
o To supervise and train Technical Instructors and Students as required.
o The post holder will be required to work shifts including weekends, to participate in the bank holiday rota, and contribute to a 24/7respiratory on call rota.
- Staff will need to be able to travel to sites across Bristol and Weston both during the day and overnight on-calls.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward- thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for additional information regarding the role
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and person specification for additional information regarding the role
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council registered
- Evidence of CPD relevant to clinical rotations
Aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to own professional development.
- Demonstrates trust values - Respectful, Supportive, Collaborative and Innovative.
- Desire to work for UHBW
- Proactive attitude and team player
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Evidence of a range of clinical experiences across a range of settings
- Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS setting
- Experience of supervising students or support staff
- Experience in Respiratory Physiotherapy
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to assess and treat a wide range of conditions using evidence-based practice
- Competent in assessment, clinical reasoning and manual therapy techniques
- Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients, carers and MDT
- Awareness of clinical risk and safety procedures
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the day & carryout concurrent activities
- Ability to work in stressful environments
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to be empathetic, resilient and flexible
- Evidence of meeting deadlines & ability to work under pressure
- Ability to reflect on practice, seek feedback and be proactive with developing skills
- Ability to travel between sites both during the day for overnight on-calls
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills both verbal & written
- Ability to adapt communication for patients with complex needs
- Accurate record keeping in line with professional standards
Desirable
- Experience in delivering training or education to others
- Familiarity with equipment and aids used in rehabilitation
- Experience in service development or quality improvement initiatives
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council registered
- Evidence of CPD relevant to clinical rotations
Aptitudes
Essential
- Demonstrates a commitment to own professional development.
- Demonstrates trust values - Respectful, Supportive, Collaborative and Innovative.
- Desire to work for UHBW
- Proactive attitude and team player
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Evidence of a range of clinical experiences across a range of settings
- Evidence of working within a multidisciplinary team
Desirable
- Experience of working in an NHS setting
- Experience of supervising students or support staff
- Experience in Respiratory Physiotherapy
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to assess and treat a wide range of conditions using evidence-based practice
- Competent in assessment, clinical reasoning and manual therapy techniques
- Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients, carers and MDT
- Awareness of clinical risk and safety procedures
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the day & carryout concurrent activities
- Ability to work in stressful environments
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to be empathetic, resilient and flexible
- Evidence of meeting deadlines & ability to work under pressure
- Ability to reflect on practice, seek feedback and be proactive with developing skills
- Ability to travel between sites both during the day for overnight on-calls
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of excellent communication skills both verbal & written
- Ability to adapt communication for patients with complex needs
- Accurate record keeping in line with professional standards
Desirable
- Experience in delivering training or education to others
- Familiarity with equipment and aids used in rehabilitation
- Experience in service development or quality improvement initiatives
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin Street
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
