Job summary
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an
enthusiastic part time, 30hours per week, B5-B6 Developmental Community Physiotherapist,
in our Redditch and Bromsgrove Neighbourhood Teams. The role involves planned
and urgent physio intervention to the local adult population. You will perform
holistic assessments, develop individual treatment programmes and manage a
varied caseload. You will have opportunities to work with the MDT, such as
OTs, Community Nurses and Health Care Assistants.
Our Neighbourhood Teams maintain close links with Worcestershire Acute Trust
and local Community Hospitals, to promote seamless patient care. You will have
an innovative approach and in return we will provide many opportunities for
personal and professional development, with chances to gain experience in
leadership such as service development and student mentorship. You will receive
structured supervision from a Band 7 Clinical Lead to facilitate your
progression to Band 6 level through a clear individualised plan.
Main duties of the job
Undertake physiotherapeutic assessments and treatment
of patients within the speciality, who may have complex and acute / chronic
presentations. To determine diagnosis and identify appropriate treatment
intervention and maintain comprehensive records as an autonomous practitioner.
Plan, deliver and evaluate care for patients in
partnership with MDT colleagues and together lead the planning, delivery and
evaluation of all elements of the rehabilitation programme.
Maintain clinical responsibility for a designated
caseload of patients and manage this efficiently and effectively with regards
to clinical priorities and effective use of time.
About us
At Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over 100 sites.
We will support you to thrive; offer flexible working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions, and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. Its why we were named Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year award at the 2022 Worcestershire Apprenticeship Awards. We value diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, and ethnicities.
What we offer
27 days leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 33 days with long service
Generous NHS pension and enhanced pay when you work unsocial hours
Flexible and agile working opportunities
Great maternity, paternity, and adoption support
Wide range of staff networks such as LGBT+ and ENRICH (Equality Network for Race Inclusion and Cultural Heritage)
Health service discounts and online benefits including excellent cycle to work and car salary sacrifice schemes
Health and wellbeing opportunities
If you would like to know more, please visit our careers website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Complete urgent and routine patient assessments.
Undertake the comprehensive assessment and diagnosis
of patients, including those with a complex presentation, using clinical reasoning
skills.
Assess patient
understanding of physiotherapy intervention and work within a legal framework
with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.
Formulate individualised management and treatment
plans, utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to deliver
specialised programmes of care.
Contribute to education and in service training of
physiotherapists, health care professionals, physiotherapy students, carers,
and assistants in physiotherapeutic management. This includes contribution to
CPD of the MDT.
Contribute to the supervision of technical
instructors, assistants, and students.
For
full detail of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job
description and person specification attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
Complete urgent and routine patient assessments.
Undertake the comprehensive assessment and diagnosis
of patients, including those with a complex presentation, using clinical reasoning
skills.
Assess patient
understanding of physiotherapy intervention and work within a legal framework
with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment.
Formulate individualised management and treatment
plans, utilising a wide range of treatment skills and options to deliver
specialised programmes of care.
Contribute to education and in service training of
physiotherapists, health care professionals, physiotherapy students, carers,
and assistants in physiotherapeutic management. This includes contribution to
CPD of the MDT.
Contribute to the supervision of technical
instructors, assistants, and students.
For
full detail of the duties and criteria for the role please refer to the job
description and person specification attached
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of physiotherapy in relevant areas
- Awareness of audit
- Awareness of research processes
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a variety of specialities
Desirable
- Clinical experience in specialist areas of physiotherapy
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English (verbal and written)
- Self-directed leaning
- Good critical appraisal skills
- Teaching and presentation skills
- Knowledge of IT skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to maintain judgement and work effectively under pressure
- Effective time management
- Ability to maintain contemporaneous, accurate, and up to date records
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements for the role
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
- HPC registration.
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Relevant validated clinical course
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of physiotherapy in relevant areas
- Awareness of audit
- Awareness of research processes
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a variety of specialities
Desirable
- Clinical experience in specialist areas of physiotherapy
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback.
- Ability to communicate effectively and clearly in English (verbal and written)
- Self-directed leaning
- Good critical appraisal skills
- Teaching and presentation skills
- Knowledge of IT skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Able to maintain judgement and work effectively under pressure
- Effective time management
- Ability to maintain contemporaneous, accurate, and up to date records
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Able to meet the travel requirements for the role
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma / Degree in Physiotherapy
- HPC registration.
- I understand that I will be asked to provide original certificates to verify my qualifications at point of offer
Desirable
- Relevant validated clinical course
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
