Job summary
East community Rehabilitation Team are a small and dynamic
therapy team providing community physio and occupational therapy to adults with
physical health issues within the Easington Locality. The team also works
collaboratively with the community nursing services working over a 6 day rota
providing same day response for patients with nursing/ rehab and care needs
that require a 2 hour crisis respons. Domicillary experience desired but not
essential.
As part of ongoing development within the team we are
looking for a dynamic Band 5 Physiotherapist to join us serving both the
intermediate care and domicillary service.
You will have the
opportunity to be involved with service development as part of the wider
community therapy services and an opportunity to develop your clinical and
leadership skills within the supportive environment of the east therapy team.
If interested, please contact Lisa Mills East
therapy team lead on lisa.mills16@nhs.net or 07468750926 to discuss the
position further.
Main duties of the job
To work as a member of the Teams around practices
(TAPS/HUBs) covering the East Locality
-The post holder will independently manage a caseload and provide assessments to adults referred
to the team who present with a range of physical dysfunction/or disabilities
resulting from injury, illness, surgery or chronic disease, within a range of
community settings and establishments (including Rehabilitation Wards/Units,
Clients Homes, Care Homes)
-On an on-going basis the post holder will assess, diagnose,
implement and evaluate individual programmes of care for patients.
-The post holder will work
within a multi-professional team (Consultants, GPs, nursing staff,
Occupational Therapists, Social workers and other AHPs) regarding the
management and discharge of patients under your care.
-The post holder will work under the guidance of
a senior therapist
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
We are unable to offer sponsorship for roles that do not require a professional registration, to apply you must have Right to Work in the United Kingdom. If you are in the UK on a VISA please ensure you have no restrictions that would prevent you from taking this post
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents
Job description
Job responsibilities
Client Group: Adult rehabilitation and crisis management to
community based patient population within designated locality 365 days a year
0800 - 2000
To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients, using
investigative and analytical skills, to formulate individualised treatment
plans, using clinical reasoning skills, and utilising a wide range of treatment
skills. Not directly supervised, but
seek advice as and when required.
As an autonomous practitioner, to be professionally and
legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own clinical and
non-clinical activity associated with individual patient care.
To delegate treatment tasks to unqualified staff inclusive
of assistants and care support workers.
To plan and organise clinical activity, with appropriate
time scheduling in order to complete all clinical and administrative duties
including statistical record keeping.
To be responsible for the correct and safe use of the
physical environment including equipment and to be responsible for the
allocation of these resources.
To be responsible for clinical record-keeping in accordance
with the guidelines for documentation and legal requirements.
To contribute to the supervision of undergraduate Therapists
where placements within speciality areas have been designated as appropriate.
When working in the community and domiciliary setting, to
work as a lone practitioner with telephone support from a Senior Therapist if
required.
To contribute towards the provision of flexible and timely
services.
To work to the standards of the speciality area and to
ensure that expert knowledge within the speciality area is acquired through
independent learning and collaboration during the working day with senior
staff.
To attend mandatory training and to adhere to all Trust
policies and procedures as they pertain to personnel, health and safety, child
/ elder protection issues and continuing health care needs.
To participate in and contribute to all
activities associated with the departments response to current trends and
changes within the health service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Client Group: Adult rehabilitation and crisis management to
community based patient population within designated locality 365 days a year
0800 - 2000
To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients, using
investigative and analytical skills, to formulate individualised treatment
plans, using clinical reasoning skills, and utilising a wide range of treatment
skills. Not directly supervised, but
seek advice as and when required.
As an autonomous practitioner, to be professionally and
legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own clinical and
non-clinical activity associated with individual patient care.
To delegate treatment tasks to unqualified staff inclusive
of assistants and care support workers.
To plan and organise clinical activity, with appropriate
time scheduling in order to complete all clinical and administrative duties
including statistical record keeping.
To be responsible for the correct and safe use of the
physical environment including equipment and to be responsible for the
allocation of these resources.
To be responsible for clinical record-keeping in accordance
with the guidelines for documentation and legal requirements.
To contribute to the supervision of undergraduate Therapists
where placements within speciality areas have been designated as appropriate.
When working in the community and domiciliary setting, to
work as a lone practitioner with telephone support from a Senior Therapist if
required.
To contribute towards the provision of flexible and timely
services.
To work to the standards of the speciality area and to
ensure that expert knowledge within the speciality area is acquired through
independent learning and collaboration during the working day with senior
staff.
To attend mandatory training and to adhere to all Trust
policies and procedures as they pertain to personnel, health and safety, child
/ elder protection issues and continuing health care needs.
To participate in and contribute to all
activities associated with the departments response to current trends and
changes within the health service.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post.
- Must hold a UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Ability to meet physical demands of the post
- Commitment, motivation and adaptability
- Good levels of general fitness
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- State Registration
- Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
Desirable
- Recognised relevant academic qualification
- Member of CSP
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS FT, its culture, strategic direction achievements and NHS standing
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience in working in a variety of settings with evidence of generic transferable skills between physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- IT skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Presentational skills
- Evidence of working across professional boundaries
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post.
- Must hold a UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Ability to meet physical demands of the post
- Commitment, motivation and adaptability
- Good levels of general fitness
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
- State Registration
- Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience
Desirable
- Recognised relevant academic qualification
- Member of CSP
- An understanding of County Durham and Darlington NHS FT, its culture, strategic direction achievements and NHS standing
Statutory Registration
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings
Desirable
- Experience in working in a variety of settings with evidence of generic transferable skills between physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise
- Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- IT skills
Desirable
- Innovative approach to working life
- Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
- Presentational skills
- Evidence of working across professional boundaries
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).
