Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust
We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist with a passion for neuro rehabilitation to join the team at Northumberland Head Injuries Service (NHIS). NHIS is a specialist community neuro rehab service for patients with traumatic brain injury living in Northumberland. The successful candidate will provide specialist physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation for patients with complex neurological conditions. This role involves rehabilitation for patients across the County at the base, in residential care environments, or in the patients' homes. The service has a robust supervision structure, and the post holder will benefit from access to regular in-service training to further develop their skills. For this post, you will need to be HCPC registered with a degree/diploma in Physiotherapy and have relevant experience in neuro rehabilitation. Main Duties of the Job
To be responsible for the specialist assessment and management of physiotherapy service provision for service users with a variety of complex physiotherapy needs stemming from traumatic brain injury. To manage and provide ongoing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment using evidence-based practice. To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring high-quality, individualised care that maximises independence and promotes recovery and wellbeing. To facilitate and support the delivery of Physiotherapy Student Education within the clinical setting. To provide compassionate care based on empathy, kindness, respect, and dignity. To provide clinical supervision and leadership to staff as delegated by the team lead. About Us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented, and committed workforce who are caring and compassionate, able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Job Responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date: 6th January 2025 Closing date: 24th January 2025 Proposed interview date: 7th February 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent. State registration with HCPC. Further relevant post-qualifying training. Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Knowledge and Experience
Relevant Physiotherapy experience with evidence of neurology experience. Experience of or awareness of MDT working. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and CSP standards, and other local and national initiatives. Proven track record of post-registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of providing Physiotherapy services. Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies. Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines. Member of ACPIN. Skills
Experience of assessment and treatment of neurological conditions including brain injury. Evidence of a patient-centred approach and knowledge of goal setting. Awareness of the impact of behaviour and cognitive problems on rehabilitation. Meets the mobility requirements of the post. Evidence of post-graduate neurology course. Experience of student and Physiotherapy assistant supervision. Experience of contributing to in-service training. Knowledge of audit and research, and implications for service provision. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro-rata per annum.
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We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist with a passion for neuro rehabilitation to join the team at Northumberland Head Injuries Service (NHIS). NHIS is a specialist community neuro rehab service for patients with traumatic brain injury living in Northumberland. The successful candidate will provide specialist physiotherapy assessment and rehabilitation for patients with complex neurological conditions. This role involves rehabilitation for patients across the County at the base, in residential care environments, or in the patients' homes. The service has a robust supervision structure, and the post holder will benefit from access to regular in-service training to further develop their skills. For this post, you will need to be HCPC registered with a degree/diploma in Physiotherapy and have relevant experience in neuro rehabilitation. Main Duties of the Job
To be responsible for the specialist assessment and management of physiotherapy service provision for service users with a variety of complex physiotherapy needs stemming from traumatic brain injury. To manage and provide ongoing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment using evidence-based practice. To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team ensuring high-quality, individualised care that maximises independence and promotes recovery and wellbeing. To facilitate and support the delivery of Physiotherapy Student Education within the clinical setting. To provide compassionate care based on empathy, kindness, respect, and dignity. To provide clinical supervision and leadership to staff as delegated by the team lead. About Us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented, and committed workforce who are caring and compassionate, able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return, we offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career. Job Responsibilities
Please find attached job description for full details. Advertising date: 6th January 2025 Closing date: 24th January 2025 Proposed interview date: 7th February 2025 We welcome your application. Person Specification
Qualifications
Recognised Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent. State registration with HCPC. Further relevant post-qualifying training. Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Knowledge and Experience
Relevant Physiotherapy experience with evidence of neurology experience. Experience of or awareness of MDT working. Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, HCPC and CSP standards, and other local and national initiatives. Proven track record of post-registration clinical experience relevant to the post. Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team. Experience of providing Physiotherapy services. Awareness of equal opportunities legislation and policies. Experience of collaborative working across agencies and professional disciplines. Member of ACPIN. Skills
Experience of assessment and treatment of neurological conditions including brain injury. Evidence of a patient-centred approach and knowledge of goal setting. Awareness of the impact of behaviour and cognitive problems on rehabilitation. Meets the mobility requirements of the post. Evidence of post-graduate neurology course. Experience of student and Physiotherapy assistant supervision. Experience of contributing to in-service training. Knowledge of audit and research, and implications for service provision. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such, it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Salary: £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro-rata per annum.
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