Job summary We are seeking an Advanced Physiotherapist with extensive experience of delivering physiotherapy to older people and neurological patients.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about delivering specialist therapy in the acute setting.
The post holder will work within the inpatient Medicine for Older People and Neurological Outliers Service, based at Stoke Mandeville Hospital.
We pride ourselves on integrated team working and strive for continuous service improvement.
Service development and supervision are supported by a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in Neuro Rehabilitation.
We strongly encourage an evidenced based approach and support staff through supervision and appraisal.
Attendance at post graduate courses is also supported.
Candidates will be expected to join and partake in emergency on call rota and weekend working rotas, therefore previous experience of working within a respiratory or intensive care field is essential.
Please contact us if you would like further information and apply online.
For further details / informal visits contact: Katherine Stagg, Clinical Specialist in Neuro Rehabilitation, 07929 356662.
Main duties of the job To be responsible for leading and developing the Physiotherapy team providing a service to the acute Medicine for the Older People ward and Acute Neuro Rehabilitation in regard to all aspects of clinical governance within this specialty.
To perform specialised assessment and treatment for patients with highly complex neurological presentations and needs, and to provide expert advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers, relatives and others.
To undertake all aspects of clinical responsibilities as a skilled, autonomous and advanced practitioner.
To actively lead development of professional and service initiatives, and contribute to organisational objectives.
To supervise, teach and appraise Physiotherapy staff and students within the specialty About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work!
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Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.
Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Physiotherapy Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio Desirable MCSP Membership Masters degree in related field EXPERIENCE Essential Minimum of 3-4 years working experience at Band 6 level in the NHS Minimum of 18 months experience in related field at senior level (Acute Neurology, Stroke Rehab) Experience in student clinical supervision Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields Experience in supervision of junior staff Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning Participation in audit and research activities Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process following identification of clinical or service need.
Desirable Masters degree in related field SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team Ability to self direct towards the attainment of clear goals Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well reasoned standards.
Positive response to constructive criticism Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) Intermediate and Advanced Neurological knowledge Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc) Commitment to equal opportunities and antidiscriminatory practice SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential Self motivated Physical ability and endurance to work in the physical environment of the clinical area of all rotations within this post Ability to participate in 7 day working / on call / emergency working rota Car driver / access to vehicle able to use for work.
To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness