Respiratory Specialist Physiotherapist
The closing date is 21 May 2025
Job summary
We have two exciting opportunities (fixed term) available for a Specialist Band 6 Physiotherapist working in the Acute Respiratory Team. The team work across the medical and surgical wards as well as intensive care and out-patients, providing specialist respiratory care and rehabilitation to promote positive outcomes for our patients.
The post holder will work in one of the following areas for the duration of their post - one in inpatients (ICU, surgery, medical wards) or outpatients including cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation, secretions clearance and breathlessness clinic. You will work alongside five other band 6 Physiotherapists and be supported by the Band 7 staff to develop your clinical and people skills.
The post involves working over 7 days (1:5 weekends) and night on calls.
Main duties of the job
To work independently under the guidance of the team leader and actively participate in the professional development of self and others.
To contribute to other departmental activities including clinical education of students.
To work as requested across a 7 day rota.
To participate in provision of on call or other 'out of hours' services in evenings and Bank Holidays.
To ensure compliance with confidential patient records, hospital equipment and own safety in line with Trust policies and procedures.
To provide written and verbal feedback to the multidisciplinary team regarding communicating rehabilitation needs/goals required to facilitate safe discharge.
To deputise for senior staff as required
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion
Details
Date posted
07 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
421-LTUCC-3001R
Job locations
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road,
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer details
Employer name
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road,
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
Employer's website
https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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