We recognise that outstanding care can only be delivered through our people. We want to attract people who can help us deliver our vision. We want in return to help people achieve what they wish in their careers in the NHS at ULHT.
We are always keen to welcome highly skilled, committed and compassionate individuals to our hospitals – people who put patients at the heart of everything they do and are ready to help us achieve our vision.
Our values guide everything we do. They are:
* Patient-centred – Putting patients at the heart of everything we do, listening and responding to their needs and wishes.
* Safety – Following ULHT and professional guidelines. Speaking up to make sure patients and staff are safe from harm.
* Excellence – Striving to be the best that we can be. Innovating and learning from others.
* Compassion – Caring for patients and their loved ones in ways we would want for our friends and family.
* Respect – Behaving and using language that demonstrates respect and courtesy to others. Zero tolerance to bullying, inequality, prejudice and discrimination.
If you believe in them too, then you are ready to join the ULHT team.
We’ve taken great pride in building working environments where staff always feel valued, cared for and part of a team. Without doubt this is a challenging yet very rewarding job that is at the centre of health and care in Lincolnshire - making a positive difference to our patients.
Job overview
VACANCY – STATIC BAND 6 PHYSIOTHERAPIST - FRONT DOOR THERAPY
We are looking for an enthusiastic Physiotherapist who has wide-ranging clinical experience, good communication and interpersonal skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality patient-centred care to join our Front Door Therapy team.
As a senior band 6 physiotherapist, you will provide and develop a high standard of physiotherapy services in the Frailty and Front Door specialty, where you can build upon your clinical and managerial skills with support from the team lead. We provide an 8 am till 8 pm service, 7 days a week.
You will be required to work closely in an integrated manner with other members of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to promote independence, provide rapid assessments, and facilitate safe, timely and appropriate discharges within the Emergency departments, medical assessment units, and any other admission unit within Pilgrim Hospital.
You will contribute to the overall service development of the team and specialty, working with senior team members, professional leads, Head of Therapies, and manage and supervise the development of staff members within the team.
Main duties of the job
* To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi pathologies; using acquired clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.
* Formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on a sound knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills, and knowledge of treatment skills.
* To take delegated responsibility from the band 7 therapist for managing patients with complex conditions and be responsible for providing specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment plans for patients with these conditions.
* Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent, and have the capacity to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.
* Evaluate patient progress, reassess, and alter treatment programmes if required.
* To manage clinical risk within own patient case load.
* To comply with the Trust Manual Handling Policy and local therapeutic handling guidance at all times.
* To deal sensitively with patients who have high levels of anxiety and aggression caused by pain, dementia, or limited mobility.
* To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) standards of practice.
* To be aware of departmental/hospital policies and procedures.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Diploma / degree in Physiotherapy
* State registration
* Evidence of maintained CPD in a portfolio including attendance at relevant post graduate courses
* Membership of the CSP
* Involvement in a special interest group
Experience
* Experience as a Physiotherapist in a variety of clinical areas including surgical, stroke/neurology/medicine, and frailty
* Experience of working as part of a team/ MDT
* Good theoretical knowledge with working knowledge of a broad range of conditions
* Student or assistant supervision, contributing to education
* Knowledge of the workings of the community services and intermediate care services
* Involvement in audit, research and understanding quality issues
Skills
* Knowledge of CSP guidelines, Trust policies & procedures understanding the legal responsibilities of the role
* Understanding clinical governance & its implications for the service
* Excellent verbal, non-verbal, and written skills along with clear logical presentation skills
* Ability to work effectively alone & as part of a team
* Ability to organise, delegate and prioritise in a timely and effective manner
* Ability to cope with working in a moderately demanding environment with aggressive and emotional people
* Evidence of participation in audits
* Ability to organise and run internal courses
* Supervision of other staff
* Committee membership e.g. safety committee.
Specific Requirements
* Flexibility & ability to work in a moderately physical & stressful environment
* Problem solving
* Ability to travel across Sites
ULHT recognises that everyone is different, and values the unique contribution that individual experiences, knowledge, and skills make in delivering quality healthcare and becoming a model employer. We are committed to transforming our organisational culture by actively committing to implementing the Trust Single Equality Scheme, and other policies, such as the Dignity in Care policy and the Dignity at Work policy. We will continue to promote equality and challenge discrimination in all service provision, recognising and meeting the needs of the diverse communities we serve.
As a responsible employer, ULHT would encourage staff wishing to join the Trust to take up the COVID vaccination as this continues to remain the best line of defence against COVID19.
Please note that we do not accept CVs.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, ULHT reserves the right to close this advert prior to the closing date.
No DBS fees to pay: Successful candidates will have DBS applications applied for & paid by ULHT where applicable. There is no requirement to reimburse ULHT for this cost.
We welcome applications from the UK Armed Forces Community. On the application form please tick “Member of the Armed Forces Community” if the below applies to you.
* A Veteran
* A Military Reserve
* Partner/Spouse of those Serving NB: partners/spouses are only eligible whilst their partner is serving in the Armed Forces
Applications from applicants who meet the current criteria for Tier 2 sponsorship to work in the UK (where both the role and candidate are deemed suitable for a Tier 2 visa) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
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