Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 15 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
Applications are welcomed from both new and existing Band 5 Physiotherapists.
An opportunity has arisen to work as a Band 5 Physiotherapist within the Orthopaedic Team based in Ysbyty Gwynedd in Bangor.
This role will be for 15 months and support the INITIATE hip fracture research project
The physiotherapy service in BCUHB offers a whole career pathway to Band 8A as a clinical advanced practitioner. Service improvement and development is encouraged and all staff have access to regular supervision and training.
This is an opportunity to work in large established and supportive team in a beautiful part of the UK.
Main duties of the job
To assess and treat patients from a designated caseload, some may have complex physical and psychological problems.
To provide a diagnosis and plan and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
To hold responsibility for own caseload working with out direct supervision.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To ensure a high standard of care for each patient working with patients, families or carers, multi-agency teams and disciplines involved.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in physiotherapy
- HPC registration.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Wide range of clinical placements during training
- Previous experience in NHS environment
Desirable
- Pre registration work experience in a relevant area
- Previous experience in orthopaedics
- Previous experience in hip arthroplasty management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner
- Basic assessment and problem solving skills
- Ability to critically appraise research literature
- Computer literate
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS roles inc. Assistants/ T.I
- Multidisciplinary/agency working.
Desirable
- Understanding of audit process.
Other
Essential
- Ability to move between departments and sites in a timely manner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in physiotherapy
- HPC registration.
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Wide range of clinical placements during training
- Previous experience in NHS environment
Desirable
- Pre registration work experience in a relevant area
- Previous experience in orthopaedics
- Previous experience in hip arthroplasty management
Skills
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a professional manner
- Basic assessment and problem solving skills
- Ability to critically appraise research literature
- Computer literate
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS roles inc. Assistants/ T.I
- Multidisciplinary/agency working.
Desirable
- Understanding of audit process.
Other
Essential
- Ability to move between departments and sites in a timely manner
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
