Full time Static Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist - Rehab AGH
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about delivering rehabilitation to older people/patients. The post holder will work on Waterside Ward, rehabilitation service primarily based at Amersham Hospital.
We pride ourselves on integrated team working and strive for best clinical practice. The post holder will have the opportunity to enhance their frailty assessments and rehabilitation skills with support from band 7 Advanced Physiotherapist Specialist in Rehabilitation. We strongly encourage an evidence-based approach and support staff through supervision and appraisal. There is a strong emphasis on student education. 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.
Main duties of the job
To perform assessment and treatment for patients with complex needs, and to provide advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other non-professionals.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To participate in continuing professional and service development and contribute to organisational objectives.
To participate in weekend working as part of contractual hours.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -
https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us? We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
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.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Qualifications, education and training
Essential
Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio
Desirable
MCSP Membership Specific formal courses appropriate to post specialty Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course
Experience
Essential
Experience of at least 18 months in a junior rotational Physiotherapy post Previous experience in core physiotherapy specialties including acute inpatient care, respiratory, Musculoskeletal and neurology Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio Experience of on-call and weekend working in an acute NHS Hospital
Desirable
Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Experience in supervision of students and junior staff Participation in audit and research and development activities Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management
Skills Ability & Knowledge
Essential
Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day 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) 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 anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients
Special Circumstances
Essential
To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfill the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in on call/emergency working rota Flexible to meet the needs of the service Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
434-CR6888204 #J-18808-Ljbffr
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about delivering rehabilitation to older people/patients. The post holder will work on Waterside Ward, rehabilitation service primarily based at Amersham Hospital.
We pride ourselves on integrated team working and strive for best clinical practice. The post holder will have the opportunity to enhance their frailty assessments and rehabilitation skills with support from band 7 Advanced Physiotherapist Specialist in Rehabilitation. We strongly encourage an evidence-based approach and support staff through supervision and appraisal. There is a strong emphasis on student education. 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.
Main duties of the job
To perform assessment and treatment for patients with complex needs, and to provide advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other non-professionals.
To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
To participate in continuing professional and service development and contribute to organisational objectives.
To participate in weekend working as part of contractual hours.
About us
Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -
https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us? We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
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.
If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number.
Person Specification
Qualifications, education and training
Essential
Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio
Desirable
MCSP Membership Specific formal courses appropriate to post specialty Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course
Experience
Essential
Experience of at least 18 months in a junior rotational Physiotherapy post Previous experience in core physiotherapy specialties including acute inpatient care, respiratory, Musculoskeletal and neurology Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence based practice and clinical reasoning Establish and maintain CPD Portfolio Experience of on-call and weekend working in an acute NHS Hospital
Desirable
Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Experience in supervision of students and junior staff Participation in audit and research and development activities Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management
Skills Ability & Knowledge
Essential
Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skillful and strenuous physical effort during the day 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) 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 anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients
Special Circumstances
Essential
To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfill the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in on call/emergency working rota Flexible to meet the needs of the service Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Amersham Hospital
Whielden Street
Amersham
HP7 0JD
Any attachments will be accessible after you click to apply.
434-CR6888204 #J-18808-Ljbffr
