Employer: University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type: NHS
Site: Royal Derby Hospital
Town: Derby
Salary: £46,148 - £52,809 pa
Salary period: Yearly
Closing: 12/02/2025 23:59
Interview date: 26/02/2025
Clinical Lead Physiotherapist for Acute Medicine
Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental
Values
of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. As a Trust, we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit. Job overview
Are you an experienced Physiotherapist looking to develop clinical and leadership skills within Acute Medicine? An exciting opportunity has become available in the Specialist Medicine Therapy Team. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individual to fulfil this newly created role. You will take the lead clinical role across the Acute Medicine wards at Royal Derby Hospital, coordinating, supervising and developing the team. You will have a lead role in service development through project and audit work. You will work alongside the Operational Team Lead, Lead Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist as well as the Respiratory Clinical Specialist. You will also have the opportunity to work alongside existing B7 and Senior Physiotherapists in Elderly and General Medicine across Derby and Burton to facilitate best practice and share learning opportunities. You will have the opportunity to make a difference to a varied caseload of patients and you will be instrumental in influencing length of stay, and flow through the hospital. It is vital you are able to demonstrate excellent clinical skills and experience in the management of these patients throughout the inpatient pathway. You will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills and be willing to work flexibly. Main duties of the job
To demonstrate expert knowledge, advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking and analysis skills in the treatment of acute medical patients. Manage a clinical case load across the Acute Medicine wards. Take a lead on and have an overview of complex, acute medical patients across all specialities including Renal, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and General Medicine and have an excellent relationship with the MDT. To take a lead role in the development of the therapy service, supporting research, audits and up to date evidenced based practice across all specialities. Lead on projects across Medicine ensuring the delivery and ongoing development of a high quality patient focussed service. Demonstrate clinical and professional leadership experience, a passion for the service and the ability to remain calm and resilient under pressure. We can offer you: Regular support, Clinical Supervision and appraisal. Opportunities to network with other therapy teams both in Acute and Community services. Opportunities to collaborate across site. Appropriate training and development opportunities to meet your needs. Friendly, supportive and caring colleagues who will go the extra mile to provide excellent patient care. Working for our organisation
In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development. On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Experience
Experience of leadership within a team. Experience of staff and student supervision and teaching. Previous relevant employment in NHS within acute setting. Experience of initiating, carrying out & evaluating service improvement & audit. Experience of delegation and prioritisation. Experience of complex discharge planning. Experience working with OT. Post graduate experience spanning acute and community settings. Managing complaints and concerns. Skills/ knowledge
Ability to lead and coordinate a team. Ability to reflect & critically appraise own performance. Have an advanced level of clinical skills related to Acute Medicine. Experience of working within MDT. Advanced level of communication skills with staff, relatives and patients. Able to work under pressure. IMPORTANT INFORMATION If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. All correspondence relating to your application will be sent to you via our trac.system account. Please ensure that you regularly check your emails; this includes junk/spam, as your security settings may not recognise the sender.
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Band 7
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental
Values
of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. As a Trust, we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit. Job overview
Are you an experienced Physiotherapist looking to develop clinical and leadership skills within Acute Medicine? An exciting opportunity has become available in the Specialist Medicine Therapy Team. We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated individual to fulfil this newly created role. You will take the lead clinical role across the Acute Medicine wards at Royal Derby Hospital, coordinating, supervising and developing the team. You will have a lead role in service development through project and audit work. You will work alongside the Operational Team Lead, Lead Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist as well as the Respiratory Clinical Specialist. You will also have the opportunity to work alongside existing B7 and Senior Physiotherapists in Elderly and General Medicine across Derby and Burton to facilitate best practice and share learning opportunities. You will have the opportunity to make a difference to a varied caseload of patients and you will be instrumental in influencing length of stay, and flow through the hospital. It is vital you are able to demonstrate excellent clinical skills and experience in the management of these patients throughout the inpatient pathway. You will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills and be willing to work flexibly. Main duties of the job
To demonstrate expert knowledge, advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking and analysis skills in the treatment of acute medical patients. Manage a clinical case load across the Acute Medicine wards. Take a lead on and have an overview of complex, acute medical patients across all specialities including Renal, Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and General Medicine and have an excellent relationship with the MDT. To take a lead role in the development of the therapy service, supporting research, audits and up to date evidenced based practice across all specialities. Lead on projects across Medicine ensuring the delivery and ongoing development of a high quality patient focussed service. Demonstrate clinical and professional leadership experience, a passion for the service and the ability to remain calm and resilient under pressure. We can offer you: Regular support, Clinical Supervision and appraisal. Opportunities to network with other therapy teams both in Acute and Community services. Opportunities to collaborate across site. Appropriate training and development opportunities to meet your needs. Friendly, supportive and caring colleagues who will go the extra mile to provide excellent patient care. Working for our organisation
In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development. On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Experience
Experience of leadership within a team. Experience of staff and student supervision and teaching. Previous relevant employment in NHS within acute setting. Experience of initiating, carrying out & evaluating service improvement & audit. Experience of delegation and prioritisation. Experience of complex discharge planning. Experience working with OT. Post graduate experience spanning acute and community settings. Managing complaints and concerns. Skills/ knowledge
Ability to lead and coordinate a team. Ability to reflect & critically appraise own performance. Have an advanced level of clinical skills related to Acute Medicine. Experience of working within MDT. Advanced level of communication skills with staff, relatives and patients. Able to work under pressure. IMPORTANT INFORMATION If we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Most of our posts are subject to a DBS check, however having a criminal record will not necessarily bar you from obtaining a position. All correspondence relating to your application will be sent to you via our trac.system account. Please ensure that you regularly check your emails; this includes junk/spam, as your security settings may not recognise the sender.
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