We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time role with our physiotherapy team as a Band 6 Physiotherapist! This post is rotational, encompassing the Brain Injury Service Level 1a Neurorehabilitation, specialist nursing home, long-term ventilator unit, Neuro-behavioural services, and young adults services. The post holder will work as part of an interdisciplinary team, as well as working alongside other physiotherapists and support staff. The postholder will be accountable to the Lead Physiotherapist in their service area. The postholder will deliver an effective and responsive service to patients within the service and contribute to departmental, service and hospital wide development.
Rotations are approximately 9 months in length but may be adjusted according to individual, departmental and hospital service need.
Key Responsibilities
1. To work effectively as part of a specialist interdisciplinary team, demonstrating excellent joint working and communication, to achieve patient value centred goals and ensure optimal management and rehabilitation of patients with complex physical, cognitive and communicative needs.
2. To create and implement a specialised 24 hour postural management programme for each patient, with support as needed, including wheelchair and bed positioning assessment, spasticity management, respiratory management, and splinting, making referrals to internal and external clinics as required.
Main duties of the job
* To provide specialist patient-centred assessment and treatment for a complex neurological clinical caseload as part of a specialist interdisciplinary team.
* To demonstrate awareness of the RHNs values and contribute to achieving them appropriately.
* To strive to improve efficiency in all areas of your work including in leadership and supervisory capacities.
* To ensure professionalism and excellent communication with staff, patient, relatives and external agencies.
About us
The RHN is a leading national centre of excellence, providing person-centred services for adults with acquired brain injuries. Our pathways span from post-acute rehabilitation services to end of life care, for people with complex neuro-disability. We hold a strong ethos of supporting our residents, patients and their families. Our services are underpinned by a strong research and education programme.
Job responsibilities
Physiotherapist (Band 6)– Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability
Department: Physiotherapy
Responsible to: Therapy Manager/line manager
Salary range: £20,857.60 - £27,509.33 per annum (pro rata from £39108 - £51580 FTE)
Hours of work: Part time 20 hours per week
Contract Type: One Permanent
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Benefits
* Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
* Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)
* Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union
* Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
* More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Interested in applying and hearing from us?
Please note we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this post at any time and will be reviewing applications as they are submitted.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
Candidates applying for a role at the Royal Hospital for Neuro Disability are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated against Covid-19 and Influenza.
RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Qualification in Physiotherapy recognised by the Health Care Professions Council
* Registered member of the HCPC, membership of CSP or own public liability insurance
* Completion of core physiotherapy rotations at band 5 or equivalent level for at least 18 months with a minimum of 6 months experience in neurology
Experience
* Demonstrate the ability to competently carry out neurological assessment and treatment, working closely with the multi-disciplinary team to establish patient-centred goals
* Ability to prioritise and manage a large caseload, recognising boundaries, and seeking support when appropriate
* Evidence of working well in a team
* Evidence of participation in continued professional development including demonstrating a keen interest in neurological physiotherapy with a good understanding of the need for evidence based practice and service development
* Experience of respiratory management, including tracheostomy management
* Experience of delegation and supervision of junior staff, physiotherapy support staff and students
* Experience in splinting, wheelchair assessment, postural management and spasticity management
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.
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