NHS AfC: Band 5
We are one of the largest NHS organisations in England. Our scale provides exciting opportunities for development, innovation, research, education and training. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is at the heart of all we do. The Trust operates on treating each other with dignity and respect, fostering positive work relationships, and acting with integrity as professionals within ESNEFT and the NHS. If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we are keen to hear from you. Job overview
Essex and Suffolk Elective Orthopaedic Centre (ESEOC), situated in the Dame Clare Marx Building, specializes in elective Orthopaedic surgery and Orthopaedic day cases. With eight laminar flow theatres, three wards, recovery facilities, and comprehensive support services, ESEOC aims to become one of the largest centres of its kind in Europe, committed to delivering high-volume, low-complexity cases locally. We are looking for a physiotherapist to join the new service and work as part of our Orthopaedic physiotherapy team. Main duties of the job
To gain experience and develop skills and knowledge in Orthopaedic physiotherapy within the acute setting. Understanding and contributing to the orthopaedic physiotherapy pathways. To manage own caseload of patients, seeking advice and problem-solving from senior staff when required. To collaborate with the MDT in ESEOC to contribute to the care of elective patients. Working for our organisation
We are ESNEFT, providing hospital and community health services to almost one million people across east Suffolk and north Essex. Our dedicated staff deliver care from acute hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, community hospitals, surgeries, community clinics, and in patients’ own homes. We pride ourselves on supporting our staff with a wide range of training and development opportunities as well as flexible working options. Along with supporting you to achieve your career goals, we offer a generous pension scheme, unsocial hours payments (where applicable), 27 days annual leave on commencement (pro rata), and access to a range of NHS discounts. If you are passionate about patient care and want to develop your skills and knowledge, then we want to hear from you. Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role, please see the attached job description. Person specification
Qualifications
BSc / MSc Physiotherapy HCPC Registered Physiotherapist CPD relevant to elective Orthopaedics Membership of CSP / appropriate specialist Interest Groups Experience
A wide range of placements as a student / new graduate Experience working in Musculoskeletal/orthopaedics Experience of working with / delegating to therapy assistants/assistant practitioners Knowledge
Knowledge of a wide range of elective orthopaedic conditions Evidence of clinical reasoning process Evidence of the application of evidence-based practice Knowledge of patient pathways in primary and secondary care Benefits of exercise/disease education Please note that where response levels are exceptional, we may close the post before the specified date; therefore, early application is recommended. Please ensure that you read the Job Description and Person Specification attached and that your statement in support reflects this, as your application will be judged against these criteria. Secondment - if you are interested in undertaking a role on a secondment basis, please discuss this with your current line manager prior to submitting your application. Successful candidates may be charged for their DBS check. Please ensure you read the information found in the attached DBS Information document. The Trust is committed to its staff and their development and to equal opportunities and diversity. Applications are welcomed from all sections of the community. In submitting an application form, you authorise East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust to confirm any previous NHS service details via the Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process should you be appointed to the post. We would like to thank you for your interest in East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust; we look forward to receiving your application for employment. Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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