Band 6 Physiotherapist - Medicine, Yeovil
Client:
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Location:
Yeovil, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other - EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
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10 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary This post requires a registered physiotherapist with broad clinical experience in different specialities and general medicine. Solid knowledge of medical conditions resulting in acute hospital admissions, episodes of illness, treatment, prognosis expectations as well as how to support this group of patients to achieve their therapeutic goals. The successful individual would be expected to participate in developing our new service (Medical Therapy Team), work within an experienced team involving Physiotherapists and Rehabilitation Assistants and be competent to provide Physiotherapeutic management for patients with a broad range of clinical presentations in general medicine (Electrolyte imbalance, SEPSIS, new or progression of Cancer, respiratory medicine, fractures, chronic or flared up neurological conditions) & Cardiology wards. Main duties of the job Provide a highly specialised and up-to-date physiotherapy service in General Medicine & Cardiology wards. Be competent in a range of Physiotherapeutic skills; respiratory, surgical, medicine, orthopaedic, care of the elderly, neurology, MSK and oncology. This post will require a good understanding of a broad range of physiotherapy specialities (Generalist specialist), a good understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy, Social and Community Services and Support participating in the supervision of Band 5 Physiotherapists and assistants. The post holder should also have a broader understanding of departmental/therapy issues. Provide clinical support and supervision for Band 5 staff, students and assistants working in these areas. Be expected to provide and manage the physiotherapy service to highly complex acute inpatients. Be actively involved in follow-up care when needed. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market-leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone! Job responsibilities Apply up-to-date physiotherapy skills in the clinical field at a specialist postgraduate level. Competently treat the complex medical patient where there are conflicting components, multiple pathologies, psychological and social problems. Identify, prioritise, assess and treat appropriate patients using physiotherapy modalities. Line manage Band 5 Physiotherapy staff, Band 2 and 3 assistants, and students. Assist in the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service. Be a full member of the multidisciplinary team. Take part in the respiratory on-call and weekend rotas. Qualifications Essential Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses Desirable Postgraduate accredited course in rehabilitation / relevant postgraduate courses Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of relevant CSP special interest group Experience Essential Proven postgraduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post (Respiratory, Surgical, Orthopaedic, Neurology, Frailty). Experience of a wide range of clinical rehabilitation areas in an acute setting. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Evidence of participation in a Respiratory on-call or twilight service. Knowledge of clinical governance. Experience of service development and evaluation. Additional Criteria Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal. Good time management and organisational skills. Able to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team. Flexible and adaptable. Committed to personal and team development. Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge. Ability to cope with distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news regarding rehabilitation potential. Adaptable to sudden changes in workload with fast turnaround of patients. Professional manner and behaviour. Leadership skills. Specialist knowledge and application of current best practice in rehabilitation Physiotherapy. Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Ability to work under pressure and set priorities. Good time management and organisational skills. Planning, decision making and problem-solving skills. Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance. Manual handling skills. Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession at all times. Able to develop a therapeutic rapport with patients. Ability to summarise treatment session (written and oral). To have competent IT skills. Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills. Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients. Willingness to be flexible in working locations. Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the in ways that support equality and value diversity. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information. Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Created on 23/01/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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Client:
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Location:
Yeovil, United Kingdom Job Category:
Other - EU work permit required:
Yes Job Reference:
b670ac2056d2 Job Views:
10 Posted:
23.01.2025 Expiry Date:
09.03.2025 Job Description:
Job summary This post requires a registered physiotherapist with broad clinical experience in different specialities and general medicine. Solid knowledge of medical conditions resulting in acute hospital admissions, episodes of illness, treatment, prognosis expectations as well as how to support this group of patients to achieve their therapeutic goals. The successful individual would be expected to participate in developing our new service (Medical Therapy Team), work within an experienced team involving Physiotherapists and Rehabilitation Assistants and be competent to provide Physiotherapeutic management for patients with a broad range of clinical presentations in general medicine (Electrolyte imbalance, SEPSIS, new or progression of Cancer, respiratory medicine, fractures, chronic or flared up neurological conditions) & Cardiology wards. Main duties of the job Provide a highly specialised and up-to-date physiotherapy service in General Medicine & Cardiology wards. Be competent in a range of Physiotherapeutic skills; respiratory, surgical, medicine, orthopaedic, care of the elderly, neurology, MSK and oncology. This post will require a good understanding of a broad range of physiotherapy specialities (Generalist specialist), a good understanding of the role of Occupational Therapy, Social and Community Services and Support participating in the supervision of Band 5 Physiotherapists and assistants. The post holder should also have a broader understanding of departmental/therapy issues. Provide clinical support and supervision for Band 5 staff, students and assistants working in these areas. Be expected to provide and manage the physiotherapy service to highly complex acute inpatients. Be actively involved in follow-up care when needed. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market-leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter. You will experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone! Job responsibilities Apply up-to-date physiotherapy skills in the clinical field at a specialist postgraduate level. Competently treat the complex medical patient where there are conflicting components, multiple pathologies, psychological and social problems. Identify, prioritise, assess and treat appropriate patients using physiotherapy modalities. Line manage Band 5 Physiotherapy staff, Band 2 and 3 assistants, and students. Assist in the delivery of a high-quality physiotherapy service. Be a full member of the multidisciplinary team. Take part in the respiratory on-call and weekend rotas. Qualifications Essential Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio including attendance at recent postgraduate courses Desirable Postgraduate accredited course in rehabilitation / relevant postgraduate courses Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Membership of relevant CSP special interest group Experience Essential Proven postgraduate experience with extensive clinical experience relevant to the post (Respiratory, Surgical, Orthopaedic, Neurology, Frailty). Experience of a wide range of clinical rehabilitation areas in an acute setting. Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Evidence of participation in a Respiratory on-call or twilight service. Knowledge of clinical governance. Experience of service development and evaluation. Additional Criteria Essential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal. Good time management and organisational skills. Able to work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team. Flexible and adaptable. Committed to personal and team development. Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge. Ability to cope with distressing situations such as imparting unwelcome news regarding rehabilitation potential. Adaptable to sudden changes in workload with fast turnaround of patients. Professional manner and behaviour. Leadership skills. Specialist knowledge and application of current best practice in rehabilitation Physiotherapy. Excellent interpersonal skills. Able to demonstrate clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. Ability to work under pressure and set priorities. Good time management and organisational skills. Planning, decision making and problem-solving skills. Ability to reflect on and critically appraise own performance. Manual handling skills. Understanding of the legal responsibilities of the profession at all times. Able to develop a therapeutic rapport with patients. Ability to summarise treatment session (written and oral). To have competent IT skills. Evidence of a good standard of Literacy / English language skills. Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients. Willingness to be flexible in working locations. Must be a car driver with a valid driving licence or have access to transport with appropriate business insurance in order to travel throughout the Trust, to meet the needs of the in ways that support equality and value diversity. Please note that if you are NOT a passport holder of the country for the vacancy you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information. Bank or payment details should not be provided when applying for a job. Eurojobs.com is not responsible for any external website content. All applications should be made via the 'Apply now' button. Created on 23/01/2025 by TN United Kingdom
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