Job summary
We are looking for skilled Physiotherapist to join our West Kent Rehabilitation service based in Tonbridge.
You will work as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing a high-quality service to adults who have a wide range of physical, medical or developmental problems affecting their ability to achieve and maintain a level of independence and safety that allows them to remain in the community or return home following rehabilitation at a community hospital.
This includes people at risk of falling and those with orthopaedic, musculoskeletal and other rehabilitation needs who are unable to access outpatient services.
Main duties of the job
Working within a MDT, you will be assessing and treating patients with multiple comorbidities.
Your role will involve the complex discharge planning of patients with complex social needs, as well as complex moving and handling needs.
We have a great focus on the development of our teams so you will also be supporting junior staff and therapy assistants.
You will also provide support for colleagues across sites so a driving licence and a car will be an essential for this role.
Additional Working Pattern: 22.5
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
We ask for information about your protected characteristics on our application forms. This isn't visible to anyone involved with shortlisting or interviewing you, except when you choose to be considered under the guaranteed interview scheme due to disability. Short listers will see two ticks alongside your application to ensure they apply the principles of the scheme to your submission
The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of having worked with adults with multiple comorbidities, with complex social situations
- At least 2 years post graduate experience
- Evidence of working with older people in relation to physical rehabilitation
- Evidence of working within a team, extending to OTs, nurses, Drs and the wider team
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- To include equipment such as a hoist, sara stedy, electric stand aid, pulpit frame
- Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and patients, some with communication difficulties. Be able to document clearly and concisely with good IT skills
- Knowledge of advanced moving and handling techniques
- Valid licence allowing you to drive in the UK
Personal attributes:
Essential
- Reliable, trustworthy, flexible, empathetic, good listener
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Current HCPC registration
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of having worked with adults with multiple comorbidities, with complex social situations
- At least 2 years post graduate experience
- Evidence of working with older people in relation to physical rehabilitation
- Evidence of working within a team, extending to OTs, nurses, Drs and the wider team
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- To include equipment such as a hoist, sara stedy, electric stand aid, pulpit frame
- Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues and patients, some with communication difficulties. Be able to document clearly and concisely with good IT skills
- Knowledge of advanced moving and handling techniques
- Valid licence allowing you to drive in the UK
Personal attributes:
Essential
- Reliable, trustworthy, flexible, empathetic, good listener
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).
