Physiotherapist Senior I - Paediatrics

Job summary

This role is located in a British Overseas Territory, therefore UK legislation such as the Data Protection Act (2018) and the Equality Act (2010), or similar, may not apply.

• To be the professional and clinical lead for a specialist area of work: Paediatrics and Special Needs.
• To deliver specialised assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients using highly specialist knowledge gained through consolidated clinical experience, CPD and specific recognised training/courses relating to specialist area.
• To work together with the Physiotherapy Services Manager and members of the Physiotherapy Team, AHP group and wider GHA team to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency of care.
• To carry a high volume of clinical workload as well as leading and supporting staff within the specialism.
• To be an advocate for the specialism within the GHA, Department of Education and Social Services.
• Work alongside the Physiotherapy Services Manager to lead in GHA Clinical Governance Improvements relating to the specialism, in order to drive clinical developments.
• Comply with GHA and CSP Professional Standards and Codes of Conduct

Main duties of the job

• Provide a high quality physiotherapy service for children and young people in the local community and special schools. They will undertake advanced assessment, diagnosis and formulation of treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner.
• Undertake a team leader role in planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the childrens physiotherapy service provided to children with neurological and developmental conditions.
• Provide a high quality physiotherapy service for children and young people in the community with neurological and developmental conditions, undertaking advanced assessment, diagnosis and formulation of treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner.
• Take a lead role in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of junior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants and physiotherapy students.
• Take the physiotherapy lead within the multi-disciplinary child development team, providing specialist advice to other specialist health professionals such as paediatricians, health visitors, GPs, and social care professionals, education services as necessary, and to take a major role in liaison with Head Teachers, SENCOs, Teachers and Learning Support Assistants.
• Support the clinical lead, in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the Physiotherapy Service provided to children with complex needs

About us

Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory at the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula, easily reached in just over 2 hours (flying time) from London, Bristol or Manchester airports.

Gibraltar has a rich history, shaped by its position as a gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. It is a thriving modern city with a mix of British and Mediterranean influences. English is the official language, but Spanish is also widely spoken.

The Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) is the public healthcare provider for the people of Gibraltar offering physical and mental health services. The GHA aims to provide high quality, accessible healthcare for all residents, and it operates a range of services from primary care to more specialised treatments.

The GHAs responsibilities include: services through clinics, outpatient services, and hospital care. Managing emergency medical services and accident and emergency (A&E) services. Conducting health campaigns and initiatives aimed at disease prevention and health promotion. Offering mental health care and community-based health services.

Services are mainly provided from St. Bernards Hospital. The hospital also collaborates with international medical institutions for specialised treatment and support.