Job summary
In order to cover parental leave we are looking for a dynamic individual to work within a service committed to improving the health and wellbeing of frail and or older people. The Community Assessment and Treatment Services (CATS) provides rapid access to a multidisciplinary team comprising of doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists for primarily frail and/or elderly patients with a strong focus on providing high quality care for people with frailty.
We are looking for a senior physiotherapist to provide assessments and treatment plans for patients attending Thame and Marlow CATS. They will also support the developing Marlow CATS Rehabilitation Service.
This is a great opportunity to work alongside GPs with a special interest in elderly care and Falls Specialist physiotherapists enabling clinical development in frailty and in falls prevention.
We are looking for someone who can work 3 full days (22.5 hours) or more (up to 27 hours)
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will provide physiotherapy assessments within the clinics in Thame and Marlow as part of either Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments or Nursing and Therapy led Multifactorial falls Assessments.
They will also provide indirect supervision for the rehabilitation support worker in Marlow CATS Rehab Service.
The services run from 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Friday excluding bank holidays.
Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel effectively and independently on a daily basis to and from the base, clients' homes and other venues around the geographical area. If necessary, adjustments can be considered, in accordance with the Disability Discrimination Act.
About us
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
- As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
- We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
- We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
- We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
- As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
- Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
- A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families.
What do we stand for?
- Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
- Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
- Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in physiotherapy
- Evidence of post registration CPD portfolio
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Relevant post graduate clinical training
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel across the Trust to fullfil the requirements of the post (car owner/ driver)
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post graduate relevant clinical experience
- Experience managing a case load of older people
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Experience of supervision and training of junior staff and assistants
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multi agency/ multidisciplinary team
- Experience of electronic clinical systems
- Experience of assisting with service development
- Experience participating in a research or audit project
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to provide patient assessment, treatment planning and goal setting in varied conditions
- Clinical reasoning skills relevant to the client group (frail/ complex conditions/ fallers).
- Knowledge of best practise within the specialist area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team including working across professional boundaries
Desirable
- Ability and willing to learn new skills and competencies
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- BSc or Diploma in physiotherapy
- Evidence of post registration CPD portfolio
- HCPC registered
Desirable
- Relevant post graduate clinical training
Special Circumstances
Essential
- Ability to travel across the Trust to fullfil the requirements of the post (car owner/ driver)
Experience
Essential
- A minimum of 2 years post graduate relevant clinical experience
- Experience managing a case load of older people
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Experience of supervision and training of junior staff and assistants
Desirable
- Experience of working within a multi agency/ multidisciplinary team
- Experience of electronic clinical systems
- Experience of assisting with service development
- Experience participating in a research or audit project
Skills, Abilities and Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge and ability to provide patient assessment, treatment planning and goal setting in varied conditions
- Clinical reasoning skills relevant to the client group (frail/ complex conditions/ fallers).
- Knowledge of best practise within the specialist area
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team including working across professional boundaries
Desirable
- Ability and willing to learn new skills and competencies
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).
