Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity at Band 6 level to gain experience in the specialist area of orthopaedics and working with patient with neuro-musculoskeletal conditions. Working with full support from well-staffed teams you will gain experience in the following areas on 9 monthly rotations:
- Spinal cord injuries including advanced cardio-respiratory care on ITU as well as neuro-rehabilitation
- Adult musculoskeletal unit which includes out-patients, rehabilitation and pain management programmes
- Elective orthopaedics - including joint reconstruction, foot and ankle, spinal surgery and pre-admission
- Orthopaedic oncology service which includes post-operative surgery and rehabilitation
- Upper limb unit which includes experience with Brachial plexus injuries, shoulder dysfunction/surgery and peripheral nerve injury
- Limb Reconstruction Unit - Adult and Children services
- Private Care Unit
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be based at Stanmore or at Bolsover street during MSK rotation and will be required to work on a weekend rota . They will be part of twilight rota (when working with in-patients team.)
To perform advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse andcomplex conditions, to provide a physiotherapy diagnosis and to develop anddeliver a patient focused treatment programme.To be responsible for own caseload working without direct supervision. All aspectsof clinical duties will be undertaken as an autonomous practitioner. Supervisiontakes the form of regular formal training and clinical reasoning sessions, problemcase sessions and peer review. Access to advice and support from seniorcolleagues is available if required.
About us
The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK, and is regarded as a leader in the field of orthopaedics both in the UK and world-wide.The RNOH provides a comprehensive range of neuro-musculoskeletal health care, ranging from the most acute spinal injury or complex bone tumour to orthopaedic medicine and specialist rehabilitation for chronic back pain sufferers. This broad range of services is unique within the NHS. As a national centre of excellence, the RNOH treats patients from across the country, many of whom have been referred by other hospital consultants for second opinions or for treatment of complex or rare conditions.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates must refer to the job description and person specification for this post in their application to be considered for shortlisting.
If shortlisted candidates are expected to attend a Face to Face interview at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Candidates must refer to the job description and person specification for this post in their application to be considered for shortlisting.
If shortlisted candidates are expected to attend a Face to Face interview at Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Registered with Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to this post
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Involvement in CSP clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience as a basic grade in a broad range of rotations including orthopaedics/out patients, respiratory care and ITU, rehabilitation
- Well-reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH
- Involvement in audit and understanding quality issues
- Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff or students
Desirable
- Experience working with patients with complex needs
- Experience in NHS
- Experience of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Involvement in research
Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner
- Competent IT skills
- Demonstrates a desire to learn
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Registered with Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to this post
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Involvement in CSP clinical interest group
Experience
Essential
- 2 years' experience as a basic grade in a broad range of rotations including orthopaedics/out patients, respiratory care and ITU, rehabilitation
- Well-reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH
- Involvement in audit and understanding quality issues
- Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff or students
Desirable
- Experience working with patients with complex needs
- Experience in NHS
- Experience of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Involvement in research
Skills
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner
- Competent IT skills
- Demonstrates a desire to learn
Desirable
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).
