Physiotherapist

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Job Title: Senior Physiotherapist
Location: Royal Derby Hospital (RDH)
Band: 6
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract Duration: 16/11/2024 - 16/02/2025
Working Days: Monday - Friday

Working Hours: To be confirmed

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Physiotherapist to join our team at Royal Derby Hospital on an acute inpatient ward. This position involves working within a dynamic multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality physiotherapy care and facilitate effective discharge planning for patients.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in an acute inpatient setting and a passion for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Patient Care & Treatment: Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients in an acute setting, adapting approaches to meet patient needs.
  • Discharge Planning: Coordinate and plan patient discharges, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and timely transitions.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Engage and collaborate with the broader MDT to support comprehensive patient care, providing clear communication and updates.
  • Patient Safety: Adhere to best practices in patient handling and care to maintain safety and efficacy in all treatment activities.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
  • Clinical Expertise: Strong understanding of physiotherapy practices within an acute care environment, particularly around patient mobilization and discharge planning.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and the MDT, ensuring clarity and compassion in all interactions.
  • Time Management: Efficiently manage caseloads in a high-volume setting, prioritizing based on patient acuity and clinical needs.
Essential Requirements
  • Registration: Current HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration as a Physiotherapist.
  • Experience: Proven discharge planning experience and recent experience within an acute inpatient ward setting.

What We Offer

This is an exciting opportunity to provide meaningful care in a supportive and high-paced environment. Our Trust is committed to supporting professional development and values the contribution of experienced physiotherapists in optimizing patient outcomes.

Please contact Gemma at Piers Meadows

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