Job summary
We are looking for one permanent Band 6 Physiotherapist and one fixed term (1 year contract) Band 6 Physiotherapist. This post is rotational, encompassing both the Brain Injury Services (Level 1a Rehabilitation) and Continuing Care Services. The postholder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, as well as working alongside other physiotherapists within the service area. The postholder will be accountable to the Lead Physiotherapist in their servicearea. The postholder will deliver an effective and responsive service to patients within the service.
Main Objectives of the role
- To provide specialist patient-centred assessment and treatment for a complex neurological clinical caseload as part of a specialist multi-disciplinary team
- To demonstrate awareness of RHNs objectives and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
- To strive to improve efficiency in all areas of your work.
- To ensure professionalism and excellent communication with staff, patients andrelatives.
Main duties of the job
1. To work effectively as part of a specialist multi-disciplinary team, demonstrating excellent joint working and communication, to achieve patient-centred goals and ensure optimal management and rehabilitation of patients with complex physical, cognitive and communicative needs.
2. To create and implement a specialised 24 hour postural management programme for each patient, with support as needed, including wheelchair and bed positioning assessment, spasticity management, respiratory management, and splinting, making referrals to internal and external clinics as required.
3. To undertake rehabilitation of patients as indicated by clinical need. This may include exercise programs, gait re-education, upper limb rehabilitation, aquatic therapy, and neuro-muscular electrical stimulation, ideally utilising the Bobath concept to underpin your work.
4. Be able to respond to a respiratory emergency, and provide respiratory management to patients as indicated by clinical need, including tracheostomy management, weaning, manual techniques, cough assist and manual hyperinflation as well as providing advice to the MDT.
5. To attend all relevant meetings, and complete all necessary documentation and outcome measures involved in a patients admission, according to HCPC and CSP standards, in order to facilitate optimal communication and patient management
About us
The RHN is a leading national centre of excellence, providing adult person-centred services that span the entire care pathway from post-acute rehabilitation services to end of life care, for people with complex neuro-disability and their families, underpinned by a strong research and education programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Physiotherapist (Band 6) – Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Department: Physiotherapy
Responsible to: Therapy Manager/line manager
Salary range: £39,108-£51,580 per annum (dependent on experience)Incremental reviews take place on an annual basis
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: One Permanent position and One Fixed Term for 12 months
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Closing date: 01/11/24
Interview Date: 18/11/24
Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Card and Discounts
- On-site cafeteria
- RHN Wellbeing Programme and EAP service
- RHN Volunteering opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Interested in applying and hearing from us?
Apply now and please send a cover letter separately to recruitment@rhn.org.uk. Your cover letter should be no more than one page, clearly explaining how you have demonstrated the above skills and responsibilities in your current or previous role(s). Please refer to the job description and person specification or email the Recruitment team to obtain a copy.
Please note we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this post at any time and will be reviewing applications as they are submitted.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Job description
Job responsibilities
Physiotherapist (Band 6) – Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Department: Physiotherapy
Responsible to: Therapy Manager/line manager
Salary range: £39,108-£51,580 per annum (dependent on experience)Incremental reviews take place on an annual basis
Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: One Permanent position and One Fixed Term for 12 months
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Closing date: 01/11/24
Interview Date: 18/11/24
Benefits:
- Generous Annual Leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Blue Light Card and Discounts
- On-site cafeteria
- RHN Wellbeing Programme and EAP service
- RHN Volunteering opportunities
- Cycle to Work Scheme
Interested in applying and hearing from us?
Apply now and please send a cover letter separately to recruitment@rhn.org.uk. Your cover letter should be no more than one page, clearly explaining how you have demonstrated the above skills and responsibilities in your current or previous role(s). Please refer to the job description and person specification or email the Recruitment team to obtain a copy.
Please note we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this post at any time and will be reviewing applications as they are submitted.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council.
- Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance.
- Completion of core physiotherapy rotations at band 5 or equivalent level for at least 18 months with a minimum of 6 months experience in neurology.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to competently carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to establish patient-centred SMART goals.
- Experience of delegation and supervision of physiotherapy support staff and students.
- Experience of respiratory management, including tracheostomy management.
- Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with a good understanding of the need for evidence based practice and service development.
- Evidence of working well in a team.
- Ability to prioritise and manage a large caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate.
Desirable
- Experience in aquatic therapy, splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council.
- Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance.
- Completion of core physiotherapy rotations at band 5 or equivalent level for at least 18 months with a minimum of 6 months experience in neurology.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate the ability to competently carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to establish patient-centred SMART goals.
- Experience of delegation and supervision of physiotherapy support staff and students.
- Experience of respiratory management, including tracheostomy management.
- Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with a good understanding of the need for evidence based practice and service development.
- Evidence of working well in a team.
- Ability to prioritise and manage a large caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate.
Desirable
- Experience in aquatic therapy, splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management.
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.
