Job summary
Due to an internal promotion, we have an exciting
opportunity for a full-time Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist to join our
dynamic team in Bristol. Hobbs Rehabilitation is one of the largest independent
provider of specialist multidisciplinary neurological and amputee rehabilitation
to adults in the south of England. We are looking for someone looking to
further develop their existing skills and experience in neurological and
trauma/amputee rehabilitation, managing complex patients across the clinical
pathway, including specialist assessment and treatment provision.
Main duties of the job
We offer
conventional therapy within an outpatient MDT setting, alongside the use of
neurotechnology to achieve patient-centred goals. We receive a wide range of
referrals from different sectors such as medico-legal, therapist led and
charity based and self referrals. Hobbs partners with the Rugby Football Union
(RFU) Injured Players Foundations (IPF), Help for Heroes and the Spinal Injury
Association (SIA), to name a few.
We therefore
work with clients with a variety of complex neurological conditions including
stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injuries, degenerative conditions
and peripheral nerve injuries. We have recently developed the service to
include trauma and amputees, and the postholder will work alongside our
experienced clinicians to continue to develop specialist skills in this area.
You will have
full access to our state-of-the-art neurotechnology devices to complement and
increase the intensity of your treatment. You do not need to have prior
experience in use of technology, training on specific devices will be provided
as part of your induction. There will also be opportunities to participate in
research and development projects as part of your clinical professional
development through Hobbs and the MiNT academy.
About us
In 2005, neuro physiotherapists Helen Hobbs and Nicky Ellis
set up Hobbs Rehabilitation and since then it has expanded rapidly offering an
exceptional level of personalised skill and expertise. Now operating from several locations across the South of England, Hobbs Rehabilitation provides specialist
inpatient and outpatient neurological and amputee rehabilitation for adults and children. An expert team of over 100 therapists,
including OT, PT, SLT and Psychology, provide an interdisciplinary
patient-centred neuro rehabilitation service, ensuring the individual is placed
at the centre of care. We are
passionate about pursuing the latest advances in research and technology to
support our clients and staff to achieve their full potential, through
involvement in research projects, development of services using advanced
technology, and support for training and CPD.
We offer:
A supportive,
friendly, and experienced clinical team who are passionate about
rehabilitation.
Development of
clinical skills through 1:1 and group supervision, annual appraisal, training, and networking
opportunities across the company, including support to access external training
and CPD events.
A strong
rehabilitation research culture within the company, with opportunities to be
involved in research projects and teaching through the MINT concept
Belonging to a dynamic, growing company with
opportunities for professional and service development, at a local, national
and international level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
-
Assessing complex
patients with acquired physical
or cognitive impairments
using a range of formal and informal assessments.
-
Practice safely within
the legal and ethical boundaries of the profession.
-
Formulate patient-centred goals in conjunction with MDT.
-
Create and provide
one-to-one and group physiotherapy intervention to patients with acquired
physical and cognitive impairments, using a comprehensive knowledge of
evidence-informed practice and treatment options.
-
Evaluate patients
progress using published outcome measures.
-
Liaising regularly
with the Hobbs MDT and wider care team.
-
Management of student placements.
-
Supervision and line management of junior and
non-qualified staff members.
-
Organisation and diary management in conjunction
with the service lead and other clinical team members; and react dynamically to
unexpected changes to the working day.
-
Patient enquiry management including first point
of contact, booking new assessments and treatment.
-
Maintain up to date
and accurate clinical notes using site-specific software and local procedures.
-
Write high quality
patient reports, including MDT discharge reports.
- Attend and contribute
to patient and family meetings, both face-to-face and via video.
- To be responsible for providing input to local
training both in development and/or delivery as required.
- Creation of case studies and presentations for
external conferences as required.
- This Job description is an outline which
reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be an
exhaustive list of duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
-
Assessing complex
patients with acquired physical
or cognitive impairments
using a range of formal and informal assessments.
-
Practice safely within
the legal and ethical boundaries of the profession.
-
Formulate patient-centred goals in conjunction with MDT.
-
Create and provide
one-to-one and group physiotherapy intervention to patients with acquired
physical and cognitive impairments, using a comprehensive knowledge of
evidence-informed practice and treatment options.
-
Evaluate patients
progress using published outcome measures.
-
Liaising regularly
with the Hobbs MDT and wider care team.
-
Management of student placements.
-
Supervision and line management of junior and
non-qualified staff members.
-
Organisation and diary management in conjunction
with the service lead and other clinical team members; and react dynamically to
unexpected changes to the working day.
-
Patient enquiry management including first point
of contact, booking new assessments and treatment.
-
Maintain up to date
and accurate clinical notes using site-specific software and local procedures.
-
Write high quality
patient reports, including MDT discharge reports.
- Attend and contribute
to patient and family meetings, both face-to-face and via video.
- To be responsible for providing input to local
training both in development and/or delivery as required.
- Creation of case studies and presentations for
external conferences as required.
- This Job description is an outline which
reflects the present requirements of the post and is not intended to be an
exhaustive list of duties.
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- The successful candidate must have a full clean driving licence and be prepared to travel to training and other Hobbs sites.
Experience
Essential
- Has worked in UK healthcare setting either privately or within the NHS
- Neurological rehabilitation experience across the clinical pathway.
- Experience of working with a trauma and amputee caseload is desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of physiotherapy assessment and treatment approaches relating to acquired neurological conditions.
- Experience of working as an integrated member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to developing self and others through training, supervision and mentoring.
- Innovative and creative thinking with vision to improve and develop services for the future.
- Confidence in engaging with local community services including facilitating patients within the community.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing needs of the service.
Desirable
- Assessing and treating adults with spinal cords injuries.
- Experience in treatment adjuncts for example splinting, FES and posture management.
- Interest in working with neurotechnology.
- Competent with IT skills such as familiarity with Word, excel, powerpoint and google drives.
Qualifications
Essential
- UK recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- HCPC registration
- CSP registration
Desirable
- Post-graduate study in the fields of neurology and/or amputee rehab
Person Specification
Other
Essential
- The successful candidate must have a full clean driving licence and be prepared to travel to training and other Hobbs sites.
Experience
Essential
- Has worked in UK healthcare setting either privately or within the NHS
- Neurological rehabilitation experience across the clinical pathway.
- Experience of working with a trauma and amputee caseload is desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of physiotherapy assessment and treatment approaches relating to acquired neurological conditions.
- Experience of working as an integrated member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to developing self and others through training, supervision and mentoring.
- Innovative and creative thinking with vision to improve and develop services for the future.
- Confidence in engaging with local community services including facilitating patients within the community.
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing needs of the service.
Desirable
- Assessing and treating adults with spinal cords injuries.
- Experience in treatment adjuncts for example splinting, FES and posture management.
- Interest in working with neurotechnology.
- Competent with IT skills such as familiarity with Word, excel, powerpoint and google drives.
Qualifications
Essential
- UK recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- HCPC registration
- CSP registration
Desirable
- Post-graduate study in the fields of neurology and/or amputee rehab
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).
