Job summary
Odstock Medical Limited (OML) is recruiting a specialist physiotherapist
to its clinical team at the National Clinical Functional Electrical Stimulation
(FES) Centre, Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity to become skilled in an evidence-based
rehabilitation technique that is increasingly supported by national clinical
guidelines, including those published by RCP, ACPIN and NICE. The role would suit a physiotherapist who
wishes to develop a career in neurological rehabilitation and the use of
technology to maximise the potential of their clients.
The successful candidate will deliver FES treatment to a broad range of
patients with neurological conditions, including stroke, MS, SCI, CP, PD, TBI
and other upper motor neuron conditions.
Full training will be provided in FES techniques. The role includes opportunities to be
involved in the promotion of FES through teaching, mentoring, attendance at
conferences and exhibitions, and clinical input to new device development and
FES research.
For further details, please contact katie.mahoney@odstockmedical.com.
There are opportunities to flex the scope of the role depending on the
individual, and part-time working will be considered.
Odstock Medical Limited is a subsidiary company of Salisbury NHS
Foundation Trust established in 2005 to provide and develop specialist FES treatment.
Interviews are planned for
13th October 2023.
Main duties of the job
To provide physiotherapy and FES to neurological patients including
stroke, MS, SCI, CP, TBI, HSP and other upper motoneuron conditions attending
the National Clinical FES Centre outpatient service. The service provides Functional Electrical Stimulation
(FES) for clients with neurological impairment and includes the application of
FES to assist walking and upper limb function as well as other specialist
applications. Clients are primarily NHS funded with some privately funded
patients.
To deliver training and mentorship to FES Clinicians through OML FES accreditation courses, conferences and exhibitions. To be an advocate for FES as a valuable adjunct in the management of patients with neurological conditions to optimise well being, independence and quality of life.
To assist with the development and assessment of new FES techniques and
bring them to clinical service. To
participate in ongoing research projects of OML.
To provide clinical input within the Neurotherapy service, including 1:1
assessment and treatment for patients with neurological conditions. To provide
assistance with the PD Warrior exercise classes, which involves assessing and
monitoring patients with Parkinsons Disease attending the groups, as well as
the option to run the classes following the necessary training courses.
About us
Odstock Medical Ltd. (OML) is a
subsidiary of Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust and based in the Laing building on
the Hospital Site. We are the UKs
leading provider of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) devices and
clinical treatment. We were established in 2005 by
Salisbury NHS Foundation trust to build on FES expertise.
Odstock Medicals devices have
been designed by Clinical Engineers, Clinicians and patients at the National
Clinical FES Centre for over 25 years through collaborative effort.
We want to improve the lives of
people with neuromuscular disabilities worldwide by providing the highest
quality in medical device technology and service. As well as providing the FES devices,
treatment and support, we offer FES training for Clinicians so they can offer
FES treatment to their patients too.
Employees are entitled to 24
days paid annual leave (pro-rata for part time staff). Additional benefits include: Company pension
scheme, paid on-site parking permit and Life Assurance Scheme.
OML staff can also access the
onsite leisure centre (2 indoor heated swimming pools and a fully equipped gym
and squash court). There are also restaurants and coffee shops located on the Hospital
site.
Salisbury is an attractive place to live and work. With easy
access to London and local airports, Salisbury also has one of the 31 UNESCO
world heritage sites in the UK (Stonehenge) and in addition boasts
a number of museums and famous landmarks which are well worth a visit.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB STRUCTURE
Reporting to the Specialist Physio Lead. After training, you will be
working as an autonomous clinician, both in outpatient FES services and in the Neurophysiotherapy
and PD Warrior service. There is no on
call requirement and only occasional weekend teaching commitment. A limited amount of flexible working can be
accommodated once all clinical competencies and initial training have been
completed.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Clinical Director,
Managing Director, Specialist Physiotherapists Clinical Scientists and Biomedical Engineers,
Orthotists, GPs, Consultants, CCGs, Voluntary sector, Patients, Carers,
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Department of Clinical Science and
Engineering.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES
Following extensive
induction and training to attain FES competencies, the post-holder will assess and treat a caseload of FES patients and maintain associated records, as an
autonomous practitioner.
Assessment and treatment of neurotherapy
patients including planning and delivery of group exercise.
To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work
including managing clinical risk.
To carry out assessment and treatment of patients as an autonomous
practitioner using clinical reasoning skills .
To deliver clinical support to clinicians using FES in external
clinics/hospitals.
To complete Individual Funding Request forms which assist in gaining
funding for patients appropriate for FES.
Responsible for maintenance of accurate written records using clinical
pathways and use of computerised data collection and records and comprehensive
progress/discharge reports to GPs and CCGs.
To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional
situations in an empathetic manner as they arise.
EDUCATION AND MENTORSHIP
To support the OML FES accreditation programme which delivers courses to
health professionals, which mostly include physiotherapists, occupational
therapists, orthotists and clinical scientists.
Provide mentorship and support to FES clinicians, calling into the
centre, visiting clinic or at other centres.
Provide advice and education to healthcare professionals at exhibitions
and conferences.
To support the development and promotion of OML services and activities.
To provide support and mentoring to visiting students and trainee
clinical scientists.
Participate and contribute to clinical governance sessions.
Through individual performance review (IPR) and in-line with HCPC
registration requirements maintain and develop CPD activities.
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
In conjunction with the
clinical team, consider service development opportunities and methods to ensure
effectiveness of patient care at OML.
NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH
Identify the clinical requirements for new product development projects and
evaluate OMLs new devices.
Involvement in research projects and initiatives which explore novel
applications of FES and increase the FES evidence-base.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND
EXPERIENCE
The post-holder will be HCPC registered and a
member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
A least 2 years experience post-graduation.
Experience in treating patients with
neurological conditions.
Evidence of CPD in neurological conditions.
Experience in FES is an advantage but not
essential as training will be provided.
Able to motivate and inspire patients, carers
and FES practitioners as individuals and groups.
Computer skills.
The post requires a current valid driving
licence.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.
Able to adapt communication strategies to the
needs of individuals.
Able to identify and employ effective
presentation skills.
Able to plan and manage time effectively in
changing/developing environment.
Team player who works well with other
professional groups.
Able to work independently and use professional
autonomy effectively .
WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to employ frequent moderate effort to
assist neurologically impaired patients in undertaking group exercise, 1:1
therapy and FES related activities.
To be willing to visit FES clinical partners to
provide clinical support when required as instructed by the Clinical Director.
To be willing and available to attend
conferences, exhibitions and training courses across the UK (with full
remuneration of any expenses).
Able to give sustained concentration in both
clinical and non-clinical activities and deal with challenging emotional
situations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB STRUCTURE
Reporting to the Specialist Physio Lead. After training, you will be
working as an autonomous clinician, both in outpatient FES services and in the Neurophysiotherapy
and PD Warrior service. There is no on
call requirement and only occasional weekend teaching commitment. A limited amount of flexible working can be
accommodated once all clinical competencies and initial training have been
completed.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Clinical Director,
Managing Director, Specialist Physiotherapists Clinical Scientists and Biomedical Engineers,
Orthotists, GPs, Consultants, CCGs, Voluntary sector, Patients, Carers,
Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust Department of Clinical Science and
Engineering.
CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITES
Following extensive
induction and training to attain FES competencies, the post-holder will assess and treat a caseload of FES patients and maintain associated records, as an
autonomous practitioner.
Assessment and treatment of neurotherapy
patients including planning and delivery of group exercise.
To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of own work
including managing clinical risk.
To carry out assessment and treatment of patients as an autonomous
practitioner using clinical reasoning skills .
To deliver clinical support to clinicians using FES in external
clinics/hospitals.
To complete Individual Funding Request forms which assist in gaining
funding for patients appropriate for FES.
Responsible for maintenance of accurate written records using clinical
pathways and use of computerised data collection and records and comprehensive
progress/discharge reports to GPs and CCGs.
To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional
situations in an empathetic manner as they arise.
EDUCATION AND MENTORSHIP
To support the OML FES accreditation programme which delivers courses to
health professionals, which mostly include physiotherapists, occupational
therapists, orthotists and clinical scientists.
Provide mentorship and support to FES clinicians, calling into the
centre, visiting clinic or at other centres.
Provide advice and education to healthcare professionals at exhibitions
and conferences.
To support the development and promotion of OML services and activities.
To provide support and mentoring to visiting students and trainee
clinical scientists.
Participate and contribute to clinical governance sessions.
Through individual performance review (IPR) and in-line with HCPC
registration requirements maintain and develop CPD activities.
SERVICE DEVELOPMENT
In conjunction with the
clinical team, consider service development opportunities and methods to ensure
effectiveness of patient care at OML.
NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH
Identify the clinical requirements for new product development projects and
evaluate OMLs new devices.
Involvement in research projects and initiatives which explore novel
applications of FES and increase the FES evidence-base.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND
EXPERIENCE
The post-holder will be HCPC registered and a
member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
A least 2 years experience post-graduation.
Experience in treating patients with
neurological conditions.
Evidence of CPD in neurological conditions.
Experience in FES is an advantage but not
essential as training will be provided.
Able to motivate and inspire patients, carers
and FES practitioners as individuals and groups.
Computer skills.
The post requires a current valid driving
licence.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills.
Able to adapt communication strategies to the
needs of individuals.
Able to identify and employ effective
presentation skills.
Able to plan and manage time effectively in
changing/developing environment.
Team player who works well with other
professional groups.
Able to work independently and use professional
autonomy effectively .
WORKING CONDITIONS
Able to employ frequent moderate effort to
assist neurologically impaired patients in undertaking group exercise, 1:1
therapy and FES related activities.
To be willing to visit FES clinical partners to
provide clinical support when required as instructed by the Clinical Director.
To be willing and available to attend
conferences, exhibitions and training courses across the UK (with full
remuneration of any expenses).
Able to give sustained concentration in both
clinical and non-clinical activities and deal with challenging emotional
situations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree (BSc or MSc) in Physiotherapy.
- Post graduate experience and education relevant to clinical area.
- HCPC registration.
- Special Interest in neurology.
Desirable
- Member of Professional Body.
- Member of special interest group.
- Experience of working with FES.
- Some paediatric experience.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of autonomous assessment and treatment of patients with a range of neurological conditions.
- Up to date professional portfolio which will demonstrate reflective practice and evidence of on-going professional development/education.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Empathetic when dealing with emotional situations and giving sensitive information.
- Able to negotiate, influence and build professional relationships and networks.
- Able to remain calm in difficult situations.
- Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately.
- Ability to manage own workload and plan the workload of others.
- Ability to make decisions and prioritize actions.
- Working knowledge of clinical governance and evidence based practice.
- Evidence of comprehensive range of clinical skills and expertise relevant to the role.
- Able to identify own and others learning and development needs and actively seek ways to meeting those needs.
- Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office package and email.
- Knowledge of Personal Development Planning.
Desirable
- Analytical skills to deal with interpreting complex clinical information.
- To have an understanding of research/ audits and other factors which contribute to evidence based practice.
- Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately.
- Experience of using video conferencing platforms such as Zoom or Teams.
- Experience of using remote teaching platforms such as Moodle.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients with neurological conditions.
- Two years post graduate clinical experience.
- Ability to demonstrate working autonomously in assessment and developing treatment plans for patients with neurological conditions.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of implementing evidence based practice.
- Substantial experience in neurology.
- Experience of teaching or presenting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree (BSc or MSc) in Physiotherapy.
- Post graduate experience and education relevant to clinical area.
- HCPC registration.
- Special Interest in neurology.
Desirable
- Member of Professional Body.
- Member of special interest group.
- Experience of working with FES.
- Some paediatric experience.
Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of autonomous assessment and treatment of patients with a range of neurological conditions.
- Up to date professional portfolio which will demonstrate reflective practice and evidence of on-going professional development/education.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Empathetic when dealing with emotional situations and giving sensitive information.
- Able to negotiate, influence and build professional relationships and networks.
- Able to remain calm in difficult situations.
- Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately.
- Ability to manage own workload and plan the workload of others.
- Ability to make decisions and prioritize actions.
- Working knowledge of clinical governance and evidence based practice.
- Evidence of comprehensive range of clinical skills and expertise relevant to the role.
- Able to identify own and others learning and development needs and actively seek ways to meeting those needs.
- Basic IT skills including use of Microsoft Office package and email.
- Knowledge of Personal Development Planning.
Desirable
- Analytical skills to deal with interpreting complex clinical information.
- To have an understanding of research/ audits and other factors which contribute to evidence based practice.
- Able to deal with conflict and manage appropriately.
- Experience of using video conferencing platforms such as Zoom or Teams.
- Experience of using remote teaching platforms such as Moodle.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with patients with neurological conditions.
- Two years post graduate clinical experience.
- Ability to demonstrate working autonomously in assessment and developing treatment plans for patients with neurological conditions.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Desirable
- Experience of implementing evidence based practice.
- Substantial experience in neurology.
- Experience of teaching or presenting
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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.
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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).
