Pelvic Health Specialist
Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust's common purpose:
We will support you and your community to live well.
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Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust provides high quality community health and care services which are responsive to the needs of our local population. Services are delivered by our dedicated and innovative multi disciplinary professionals and supported by equally committed staff behind the scenes.We strive to continue developing and improving our services by working with and listening to our populations, partners, commissioners and staff.
WCHC offers you a great opportunity to be a part of a talented, passionate and committed team delivering excellent community based services across Cheshire and Merseyside.
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, motivated and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join our specialist Pelvic Health Service at Wirral Community Foundation NHS Trust.
You must possess a physiotherapy degree or recognised equivalent qualification and be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council. You must also possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with GP’s and other healthcare professionals.Good IT skills are essential as the role requires working across a range of clinical systems.
The successful applicant will have access to formal and informal training and gain skills in assessing and treating a wide range of complex Pelvic Health conditions including urinary dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain and colorectal conditions.
Main duties of the job
The Pelvic Health service is provided from two community clinics and enjoys close links with our local acute trust. As well as one to one sessions, we deliver group sessions and outreach into the community with a focus on awareness and prevention.The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with our partners in the acute trust as well as other stakeholders to promote the service and improve outcomes for the patients we serve.
You will join our small team of supportive and passionate Pelvic Health physiotherapists which sits within a larger musculoskeletal team – sharing resources and training days.
Specialist training can be provided however a demonstrable interest and some prior knowledge of pelvic health conditions are essential.
The role would suit an individual keen to specialise in Pelvic Health and take on a structured role with daily clinics, delivering classes and maintaining connections with the amazing community of women on the Wirral.
The beautiful Wirral peninsula sits between Merseyside and North Wales and has excellent transport links to North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, as well as the historic city of Chester.
Working for our organisation
Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas.
As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust.Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust’s policies, at all times.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities associated with this post.
Person specification
Qualifications and Professional Training
Essential criteria- Physiotherapy degree or Recognised equivalent qualifications
- Registered with the HCPC
- Evidence of CPD/up to date portfolio
- Post Graduate certificate in Pelvic Health/Continence
Experience and Knowledge
Essential criteria- Special interest in pelvic health related conditions
- Minimum of 3 Years experience in general Physiotherapy
- Experience of Musculoskeletal conditions
- Minimum of 12 months pelvic Health conditions
Skills and Attributes
Essential criteria- Good Organisational Skills
- Ability to work as part of a professional team
- Ability to demonstrate resilience and commitment under difficult circumstances
- Competent computer skills and ability to utilise information technology
- Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to teach and educate patients and other professionals
- Ability to deliver group work and instruct patients
- Ability to understand the statistical requirements and audit within the service
- Experience of assisting in the development of other staff
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Dependable
- Team member
- Ability to work evenings
Important Information
By applying for this post you are agreeing to Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust transferring the information contained in this application to its preferred applicant management system. If you are appointed to a post information will also be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record system.
For further information explaining how we use your information in line with GDPR please see our ‘Guidance for applicants’ document under the section 'Additional documentation'.
We are a Disability Confident and Mindful Employer. WCHC is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of disability, age, sex, race, religion, sexual orientation, maternity/pregnancy, marriage/civil partnership or transgender status.We are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities. We actively encourage BAME, LGBTQ+ and disabled applicants and value the positive impact that difference has on our teams. We are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce and are keen to support reasonable adjustments to support our new and existing staff.
We are proud to support our Armed Forces Community as a Veteran Aware NHS Trust and are pleased to share that we recently achieved Bronze Award accreditation, in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We support the armed forces as an employer; recognising the experiences and skills ex-military personnel have gained through their service.
Further Information:
Closing Dates: Candidates are advised to apply early. The Trust reserves the right to close a vacancy prior to the closing date if a high number of applications are received.
Reference Information: Please ensure your application is submitted with referees who can verify your employment/ education history over the last three years and include valid business email addresses for them. The Trust will not accept personal references from friends or family.
Salary Expectations: The Trust pays staff in line with national NHS Terms and Conditions. Relevant experience may be considered when salary offers are made. For all part-time positions, salaries are pro-rata.
A.I. Tools: Please note, the selection processes at Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust are in place to ensure we recruit candidates with the right skills and values, please be advised that the use of AI in applications are monitored.We remain vigilant against candidates who misuse these tools to generate an application that doesn’t accurately reflect their skills.
Restricted Applications: Staff on the Trust's Redeployment Register will be given priority access to vacancies at their substantive band.
Flexible Working: Flexible working is very important to the Trust in both the provision of this to staff and also in staff supporting the provision of our services.
Student Visas: Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have:- applied for a Graduate visa
- or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment.
Wirral Community Health & Care NHS Foundation Trust is committed to discharging its statutory duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults and will support staff to fulfil this duty.