Physiotherapist

Priory Healthcare

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic, qualified physiotherapist to work in our Rehabilitation and Recovery ward.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone who has experience of working in mental health and ideally an inpatient setting. The patients needing physiotherapy care on the ward will present with a range of issues including neurodegenerative diagnosis, dementia and complex mental and physical health needs. This role would sit alongside the existing therapies team including psychology and occupational therapy.

About us

Our Grade II listed hospital building is set in extensive grounds, just off the M32 and less than three miles from the centre of Bristol, with free on-site parking. We offer 86 beds spread over eight wards, providing a wide range of services, including Psychiatric Intensive Care (PICU), eating disorders, acute care, rehab, and recovery. Our collaborative environment fosters opportunities to gain experience in various services.

Date posted

23 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,462 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

E0358-BristolPriory

Job locations

The Priory Hospital Bristol

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will use relevant outcome measures and evaluation of treatments alongside current evidence based practice. You will be capable of working collaboratively with a wider clinical team and have knowledge of other disciplines and their role.

You will manage your own caseload, co-operate with other therapists and supervise Student Physiotherapists to organise, prioritise and deliver therapy to meet patients' clinical needs.

You will hold Physiotherapy Degree (Bsc/Msc), be HCPC Registered, and have evidence of CPD, ideally, in a mental health service.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will use relevant outcome measures and evaluation of treatments alongside current evidence based practice. You will be capable of working collaboratively with a wider clinical team and have knowledge of other disciplines and their role.

You will manage your own caseload, co-operate with other therapists and supervise Student Physiotherapists to organise, prioritise and deliver therapy to meet patients' clinical needs.

You will hold Physiotherapy Degree (Bsc/Msc), be HCPC Registered, and have evidence of CPD, ideally, in a mental health service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Physiotherapy Degree (Bsc/Msc)

Experience

Essential

  • Have evidence of CPD, ideally, in a mental health service.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Physiotherapy Degree (Bsc/Msc)

Experience

Essential

  • Have evidence of CPD, ideally, in a mental health service.

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

The Priory Hospital Bristol

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ


Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

The Priory Hospital Bristol

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ


Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner

Amy Leadbetter

amyleadbetter@priorygroup.com

07872871506

Date posted

23 August 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£23,462 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

E0358-BristolPriory

Job locations

The Priory Hospital Bristol

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ


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