Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring physiotherapist to come and join our dynamic physiotherapy team to work within both Worthing, Southlands Hospitals. The physiotherapy department is extremely supportive of all staff and especially to its new Band 5's. We look forour Band 5's to show initiative and of course work hard, but alongside that we provide nurture, encouragement, training, and support. Departmental training is provided and there is even a training programme for all Band 5's to help you develop your non-clinical skills. Not only is it an excellent place to work, but it's also an excellent place to live as it is very close to the vibrant city of Brighton where many of our staff live and commute from. West Sussex is also a nice area, and nothing beats going to the beach after work which is a short journey away. As a Band 5 there are rotations in Respiratory (including intensive care, surgery, and medicine), Orthopaedics, MSK Outpatients, NeuroRehaband Department of Front Door Frailty Team and General Medicine. There are also opportunities to work in other areas as you progress as a Band 6. Unlike many large teaching hospitals,the team is of a size where all staff soon get to know each other which helps provide the friendly, supportive environment that we have here. Main duties of the job To work as part of a Physiotherapy Team providing a high quality and comprehensive therapy service to patients. To work independently and autonomously as well as working as part of a team and seeking support from senior physiotherapists as required To carry out comprehensive and appropriate assessments of patients with a variety of conditions and possible complex conditions To develop treatment plans and carry out treatment of patients with a variety of conditions and complex needs. To evaluate these treatment sessions and modify appropriately. To take responsibility for own learning and to actively participate in CPD activities, IST, audit, evidence-based projects, and other activities aimed at enhancing the development of the individual and the service. To rotate working in a variety of clinical settings, usually for a period of 4 months. The areas included in this post are: Respiratory Musculoskeletal Outpatients Orthopaedics Front Door Frailty Team Neuro General Medicine To work respiratory on-calls and maintain competence in this area. To remain competent for respiratory on-calls and to work as part of the respiratory rota. To be prepared to participate in future 7-day service provision if applicable. About us At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves. As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do. We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex. Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/ Date posted 26 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 279-7077056-MAR25 Job locations Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Job description Job responsibilities Communication To be able to communicate effectively and adapt approach appropriately considering the person, cultural needs, communication barriers and situation. To communicate effectively with patients, carers, other physiotherapists, and other members of the MDT as necessary to ensure effective patient centred care. To be able to educate patients regarding their condition and self-management in an engaging manner and at a level appropriate for the individual. To be able to work effectively as part of a team and maintain effective, professional relationships. To ensure timely and effective communication with line manager and other appropriate senior staff on all professional matters and be able to raise concerns appropriately. To consistently maintain accurate record keeping in line with guidelines and ensure confidentiality is maintained (includes SMART goals and SOAP notes) To attend any ward rounds, meetings, case conferences as appropriate in order to ensure appropriate and timely management of patients through to discharge. Service Delivery and Improvement To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures To discuss with team / colleagues the likely or actual impact of changing policies or procedures To be involved in the evaluation of current practice, discussions, data collection, audit and relevant projects regarding service evaluation and be able to contribute to suggestions for change. To be flexible to enable taking on new work or to work in a different way if required and to support others to do the same. People Management and Development To assist in the training of others such as students on clinical placements, physiotherapy assistants / technicians and peers To lead and be proactive in in-service training and be available for training other health care professionals through activities such as study days and on the wards. To be responsible for identifying own learning needs and for own professional development and maintaining record of learning To participate and engage in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee by preparing for the appraisal, evaluating own practice, and identifying learning needs and strategies in order to improve. To ensure regular attendance at statutory and mandatory training as specified by Trust regulations. To be open to feedback regarding own performance and able to provide feedback to others. Patient Care Delivery To provide effective physiotherapy care and treatment for patients, including those with complex needs. This will be achieved by using clinical skills, theoretical knowledge, and relevant practical experience, seeking guidance as required. To assess the ability of the patient to give valid informed consent, while working within the legal framework with patients who occasionally may lack the capacity to consent to treatment. To use all appropriate information from a variety of sources to ascertain the patients level of priority / urgency within the caseload. To assess the patient appropriately using outcome measures, objective measures, subjective measures, evidencebased practice and awareness of the individual To carry out clinically reasoned, individualised, evidence-based treatments safely and effectively. To risk assess to ensure the treatment plan is safe for the patient and all professionals involved To monitor patients during treatment sessions and be able to detect changes in health and summon assistance if required with the appropriate degree of urgency. To identify progression and regression in patients and adapt treatments accordingly and liaise with MDT regarding this. To take responsibility for electing when to withdraw or withhold physiotherapy intervention from individuals when appropriate based on robust clinical decision making, seeking advice where required. To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within codes or practice and professional guidelines. To keep up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in clinical practice. To participate in the on call respiratory rotas (this involves evening and weekend working.) Job description Job responsibilities Communication To be able to communicate effectively and adapt approach appropriately considering the person, cultural needs, communication barriers and situation. To communicate effectively with patients, carers, other physiotherapists, and other members of the MDT as necessary to ensure effective patient centred care. To be able to educate patients regarding their condition and self-management in an engaging manner and at a level appropriate for the individual. To be able to work effectively as part of a team and maintain effective, professional relationships. To ensure timely and effective communication with line manager and other appropriate senior staff on all professional matters and be able to raise concerns appropriately. To consistently maintain accurate record keeping in line with guidelines and ensure confidentiality is maintained (includes SMART goals and SOAP notes) To attend any ward rounds, meetings, case conferences as appropriate in order to ensure appropriate and timely management of patients through to discharge. Service Delivery and Improvement To comply with the organisational and departmental policies and procedures To discuss with team / colleagues the likely or actual impact of changing policies or procedures To be involved in the evaluation of current practice, discussions, data collection, audit and relevant projects regarding service evaluation and be able to contribute to suggestions for change. To be flexible to enable taking on new work or to work in a different way if required and to support others to do the same. People Management and Development To assist in the training of others such as students on clinical placements, physiotherapy assistants / technicians and peers To lead and be proactive in in-service training and be available for training other health care professionals through activities such as study days and on the wards. To be responsible for identifying own learning needs and for own professional development and maintaining record of learning To participate and engage in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee by preparing for the appraisal, evaluating own practice, and identifying learning needs and strategies in order to improve. To ensure regular attendance at statutory and mandatory training as specified by Trust regulations. To be open to feedback regarding own performance and able to provide feedback to others. Patient Care Delivery To provide effective physiotherapy care and treatment for patients, including those with complex needs. This will be achieved by using clinical skills, theoretical knowledge, and relevant practical experience, seeking guidance as required. To assess the ability of the patient to give valid informed consent, while working within the legal framework with patients who occasionally may lack the capacity to consent to treatment. To use all appropriate information from a variety of sources to ascertain the patients level of priority / urgency within the caseload. To assess the patient appropriately using outcome measures, objective measures, subjective measures, evidencebased practice and awareness of the individual To carry out clinically reasoned, individualised, evidence-based treatments safely and effectively. To risk assess to ensure the treatment plan is safe for the patient and all professionals involved To monitor patients during treatment sessions and be able to detect changes in health and summon assistance if required with the appropriate degree of urgency. To identify progression and regression in patients and adapt treatments accordingly and liaise with MDT regarding this. To take responsibility for electing when to withdraw or withhold physiotherapy intervention from individuals when appropriate based on robust clinical decision making, seeking advice where required. To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within codes or practice and professional guidelines. To keep up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in clinical practice. To participate in the on call respiratory rotas (this involves evening and weekend working.) Person Specification Professional Registration Essential Health Care Professions Council People Management and Development Essential Demonstrates effective communication with patients, staff other professionals. Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner (orally or written.) Recognition and understanding of the role. Specific Requirements Essential Experience in an NHS department Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. Person Specification Professional Registration Essential Health Care Professions Council People Management and Development Essential Demonstrates effective communication with patients, staff other professionals. Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner (orally or written.) Recognition and understanding of the role. Specific Requirements Essential Experience in an NHS department Equality Diversity and Inclusion Essential Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role). Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues. 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) Address Worthing Hospital Lyndhurst Road Worthing BN11 2DH Employer's website https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)