Job summary
This is an
exciting opportunity within Dorking Healthcare to join an expanding outpatient
service. We are looking for enthusiastic, self-motivated individuals to work
with a team of dedicated physiotherapists and consultants to deliver a high
standard of care to the local community.
We are a
friendly and dynamic team with career progression opportunities in the areas
of:
- Consultant referral Musculoskeletal
Physiotherapy
- Womens Health Physiotherapy
These
opportunities would be suitable for an experienced band 6 or band 7
Physiotherapist. Full or part time will be considered. We are committed to
continued professional development within our team and have excellent
supervision structure in place. You will be responsible for managing your own
case load and contributing to service delivery.
If you are passionate about improving care and making
a difference to our local community and if you feel you have the qualities and
skills we are looking for, we would welcome your application.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high standard of physiotherapy service to
musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC consultants. Conditions will include a wide variety of
musculoskeletal conditions including post-operative orthopaedics, arthritic
conditions, and patients presenting with acute, chronic and or complex spinal
pain.
We
also provide an expanding Women's Health service experience in this field, and
membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy) is
desirable but not essential. Training opportunities for this role will be
considered for the right candidate.
About us
DHC is a GP Federation, representing 275,000 patients, providing a wide range of high-quality healthcare services, including elective care, Talking Therapies, community healthcare, and primary care across Surrey. We are registered with the CQC and are an accredited AQP.
DHC is at the heart of the local health system, working to evolve and deliver integrated care, which requires strong partnerships with many organisations. In all of our services, we aim to put the patient at the centre of their care, ensure our services are easy for local patients to access, and reduce waiting times.
GP practices have been brought together into Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to offer services in the local community. There are 7 Primary Care Networks that are part of the DHC Federation.
In return, DHC offers staff the following benefits:
- Competitive salaries
- The opportunity to become part of a friendly, professional team
- Opportunities for training and development
- Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme and a minimum of 27 days' annual leave (plus Bank Holidays)
- Enhanced maternity/shared parental leave pay
- Some of our sites offer free on-site parking (subject to availability)
DHC actively encourages and promotes diversity, ensuring all voices are heard and included, and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Consultant referral
physiotherapy treatment service
Job Purpose:
To provide a high standard of
physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC
consultants. Conditions
will include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including
post-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with
acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
We also provide an expanding Womens Health service
experience in this field and membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric and
Gynaecological Physiotherapy) is desirable but not essential. Training
opportunities for this role will be considered for the right candidate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To be professional and legally responsible
and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of
patients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the
patients under your management.
- Formulate and deliver an individual
physiotherapy treatment programme based on an advanced knowledge of evidence-based
practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and
a broad knowledge and understanding of treatment skills.
- To provide care which is tailored to the individual
needs. This would include appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status
on their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relation
to function, physical activity, mobility and independence).
- To support patients to set their own goals and be
confident in their approach to self-management
- To communicate effectively and appropriately with
patients and carers complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis,
pathology and prognosis.
- To be responsible for maintaining accurate
and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered society of
Physiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
- To manage a complex caseload (including patients with
long-term conditions, comorbidities and multi-factorial needs),
- To be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPC
registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and
engagement in evidence-based practice
- To ensure that your own practice and that
of the staff under your supervision meets the required professional standards
of physiotherapy.
- Works with MDT to
develop more effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
- To manage own workload efficiently and effectively
on a daily basis. Maintain
confidentiality pertaining to clients and staff at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth and
efficient running of the department and where necessary referring problems to
management or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
- Be able to work with a degree of autonomy, which
comes from experience.
- Work to objectives as set by the Service Manager,
Line Manager and Clinical Supervisor
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Adhere to DHC policies and procedures and relevant
legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies. Attend
mandatory training as identified by DHC.
- Apply and adhere to agreed policies, procedures,
protocols including national initiatives and propose changes on improvements to
departmental working practices.
- Participate in reflection, self-evaluation and
continuous professional development including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date at
all times.
- Contribute to ongoing projects as required.
- Maintain and encourage safe working practices and
environment in accordance with local Health and Safety policies.
- Comply with the requirements of the Caldicott Report,
Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and subsequent legislation
issued in relation to confidential data.
CONFIDENTIALITY
- The post holder must maintain the
confidentiality of information about patients staff and DHC business in
accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
Consultant referral
physiotherapy treatment service
Job Purpose:
To provide a high standard of
physiotherapy service to musculoskeletal outpatients referred by DHC
consultants. Conditions
will include a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including
post-operative orthopaedics, arthritic conditions, and patients presenting with
acute, chronic and or complex spinal pain.
We also provide an expanding Womens Health service
experience in this field and membership of POGP (Pelvic, Obstetric and
Gynaecological Physiotherapy) is desirable but not essential. Training
opportunities for this role will be considered for the right candidate.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POST
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- To be professional and legally responsible
and accountable for all aspects of your own work including the management of
patients in your care. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the
patients under your management.
- Formulate and deliver an individual
physiotherapy treatment programme based on an advanced knowledge of evidence-based
practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and
a broad knowledge and understanding of treatment skills.
- To provide care which is tailored to the individual
needs. This would include appraising the impact of individuals' clinical status
on their general health, well-being, employment status (including in relation
to function, physical activity, mobility and independence).
- To support patients to set their own goals and be
confident in their approach to self-management
- To communicate effectively and appropriately with
patients and carers complex and sensitive information regarding diagnosis,
pathology and prognosis.
- To be responsible for maintaining accurate
and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered society of
Physiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
- To manage a complex caseload (including patients with
long-term conditions, comorbidities and multi-factorial needs),
- To be accountable for decisions and actions via HCPC
registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and
engagement in evidence-based practice
- To ensure that your own practice and that
of the staff under your supervision meets the required professional standards
of physiotherapy.
- Works with MDT to
develop more effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services
WORK SETTING AND REVIEW
- To manage own workload efficiently and effectively
on a daily basis. Maintain
confidentiality pertaining to clients and staff at all times. Make decisions pertaining to the smooth and
efficient running of the department and where necessary referring problems to
management or the appropriate consultant via the quickest route possible.
- Be able to work with a degree of autonomy, which
comes from experience.
- Work to objectives as set by the Service Manager,
Line Manager and Clinical Supervisor
INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITIES- Adhere to DHC policies and procedures and relevant
legislation including the requirements of any professional bodies. Attend
mandatory training as identified by DHC.
- Apply and adhere to agreed policies, procedures,
protocols including national initiatives and propose changes on improvements to
departmental working practices.
- Participate in reflection, self-evaluation and
continuous professional development including performance review. Ensure mandatory training is up-to-date at
all times.
- Contribute to ongoing projects as required.
- Maintain and encourage safe working practices and
environment in accordance with local Health and Safety policies.
- Comply with the requirements of the Caldicott Report,
Data Protection Act, Access to Health Records Act and subsequent legislation
issued in relation to confidential data.
CONFIDENTIALITY
- The post holder must maintain the
confidentiality of information about patients staff and DHC business in
accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Caldicott principles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (UK).
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling.
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and delivery of treatments.
- Computer literacy.
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
Analytical and communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills
Desirable
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Other
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility.
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
- Current UK driving licence and access to a car for cross site travel if necessary.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc degree in Physiotherapy.
- Registered with the Health and Care Professional Council (UK).
- Evidence of relevant and up to date post graduate training
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience in applying the physiotherapy process to include MSK assessment, interpretation, individual care planning, motivation, monitoring and evaluation of highly specialized MSK treatment.
- Clinical skills encompassing the core areas of exercise therapy, management of pain relief, mobility training and therapeutic handling.
- Sound assessment skills with clinical reasoning and delivery of treatments.
- Computer literacy.
- Understanding and use of reflective practice
Desirable
- Experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills
Analytical and communication Skills
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
- Ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information.
- Independent thinker with demonstrated good judgement, problem solving and analytical skills
Desirable
- Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively.
- Ability to negotiate effectively within the MDT or across a range of services/providers.
Other
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated.
- Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered.
- High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility.
- Ability to cope with unpredictable situations.
- Current UK driving licence and access to a car for cross site travel if necessary.
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).
