Job summary
Health & Community Services provide physical, mental health and learning disability services to a population of around 110,000 people. Apply now to join our skilled and friendly teams and help us to deliver our vision to improve health and wellbeing by providing high quality care.An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist with well-rounded clinical experience to join our Mental Health inpatient and community teams. We are looking for an individual who can prioritise, think on their feet and utilise their clinical skills and knowledge in a creative way to support our patients to optimise their independence in their own environment and inpatient environments.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for Physiotherapists who have expertise in all elements of wellbeing including; exercise, healthy eating, weight management, stop smoking and management of anxiety and depression.The role will involve treating musculoskeletal, orthopaedic, respiratory and neurological conditions, help to address the management of chronic pain; effects of eating disorders, cognitive impairment, mobility problems and postural management for people with mental health problems Main duties of the job- The assessment and treatment of patients in their own environment and within inpatient environments- Using a wide variety of assessment and therapeutic treatment techniques to diagnose and treat patients with a variety of clinical presentations, which are often complex- To provide supervision and support to junior and support staff - To be an active member of the Inpatients, Community Mental Health teams and Physical Health Facilitation teams, working closely with professionals from several professional groups and across organisations.We are committed to equal opportunities and we welcome applicants from all sections of the community to ensure our workforce is representative of the population we serve. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our service users, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
About us
Jersey is just 14 miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south coast of England. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe. There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island
Striking scenery, a safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.
Find out more at gov.je/movingtoJersey
Jersey has been a Crown Dependency since 1290, which means its not part of the UK but a self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has its own democratically elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK, Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care services will be provided at an added cost.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work autonomously as a specialist physiotherapy practitioner within an
community mental health and inpatients service to deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service
through assessment and treatment of patients referred with complex rehabilitation needs within
Jersey.
The role involves working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and communicating
information to those agencies (either health or social background) involved, to meet the needs of
the patient & plan effective care.
The post holder should participate in departmental In-service Training and Journal Club activities
to further consolidate knowledge base and specialist clinical skills and participate in the CPD
programme to share these skills with therapy and nursing colleagues.
The post holder will also provide supervision, teaching and support to senior and junior staff,
assistant staff and act as a clinical educator for undergraduate students.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work autonomously as a specialist physiotherapy practitioner within an
community mental health and inpatients service to deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service
through assessment and treatment of patients referred with complex rehabilitation needs within
Jersey.
The role involves working as a member of a multi-disciplinary team and communicating
information to those agencies (either health or social background) involved, to meet the needs of
the patient & plan effective care.
The post holder should participate in departmental In-service Training and Journal Club activities
to further consolidate knowledge base and specialist clinical skills and participate in the CPD
programme to share these skills with therapy and nursing colleagues.
The post holder will also provide supervision, teaching and support to senior and junior staff,
assistant staff and act as a clinical educator for undergraduate students.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience, including
- a broad range of working in relevant fields
- Commitment to training and development
- Team working
- Reflective practice
- Experience of student clinical supervision
- Experience of day-to-day supervision of Junior and/or
- support staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
- Evidence of relevant and validated post-graduate
- course
- Fieldwork educators qualification
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience, including
- a broad range of working in relevant fields
- Commitment to training and development
- Team working
- Reflective practice
- Experience of student clinical supervision
- Experience of day-to-day supervision of Junior and/or
- support staff
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
- Evidence of relevant and validated post-graduate
- course
- Fieldwork educators qualification
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Health and Community Services
Address
Government Of Jersey
19-21 Broad Street
St. Helier
Jersey
Channel Islands
JE2 3RR
Employer's website
https://www.gov.je (Opens in a new tab)