[ref. d90860602] Band 7 - Specialist Physiotherapist, Inpatient Physiotherapy
Job overview
We are seeking a full-time Physiotherapist to join our Emergency Medicine and Acute Assessment therapy team.
The successful candidate will become part of our well-established, integrated team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, delivering comprehensive and specialist therapy assessments. The team focuses on preventing avoidable admissions for a diverse cohort of patients within the Emergency Department and Acute Assessment Unit.
Interviews are scheduled for 21st May 2025.
The advertised post is a substantive position, with an additional fixed-term contract also expected to become available. The duration of the fixed-term post will be determined following the interview process.
Main duties of the job
Candidates should have extensive experience working with a variety of patient cohorts, including individuals with complex falls, orthopaedic conditions, and neurological presentations. They must demonstrate a sound knowledge of assessment and treatment within these groups.
Given the one-hour response time to the Emergency Department, candidates are expected to adopt a flexible approach to caseload management while ensuring all patient needs are effectively met.
In addition to delivering clinical care, candidates will support junior staff and share their clinical expertise. They should demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills and will also be involved in HR-related tasks as part of their non-clinical responsibilities.
Working for our organisation
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us.
We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare.
Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.
We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.
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Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The post holder would be joining an established senior tier and would be responsible for the training and supervision of the junior team members, as well as key performance indicators and service developments.
The successful candidate will be expected to work on the therapy seven day working rota, of a 1:6 frequency with compensatory rest days in the following week, as well as being part of the on call service.
The ED and AAU team cover a service from 8am to 6pm seven days a week and as a member of this team there would be requirements to cover some of these shifts.
We offer training opportunities to develop your specialist skills in line with your PDR. We have senior leadership training opportunities on a regular basis as well courses funded externally.
Person specification
Education and qualifications:
Essential criteria- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council.
- Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent.
- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded specialist skills.
- Attained or working towards a Post Graduate Degree or Qualification.
Knowledge:
Essential criteria- Understanding of organisational structure of the NHS and Social Care.
- Demonstrate an ability to provide professional/clinical leadership.
- Understanding of Standards – Health Professions Council/ Chartered Society of Physiotherapy / Local/ National.
- Understanding policies and procedures (local e.g. Health and Safety).
- Demonstrate ability to search and review the evidence base.
- Demonstrate understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service.
Experience:
Essential criteria- Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded and highly specialised knowledge and skills.
- Attendance at post graduate courses in relevant fields (specific to the post).
- Attendance at a Clinical Educators Course.