Job summary An exciting opportunity for a band 6 senior Physiotherapist to support us over the winter months to reduce the winter pressures and work in the Olympic Lodge at Stoke Mandeville Hospital for a fixed term of 5 months has arisen. Olympic Lodge is a 22 bedded unit for those patients that are MFFD and don't need to be in an acute bed and awaiting discharge. Patients are admitted with a wide variety of conditions. The multi-disciplinary team work closely together with social services and other external agencies for a safe and effective planned discharge for each patient.Service development and supervision are supported by Advanced Physiotherapists for Physiotherapy. Main duties of the job To perform assessment and treatment for patients with complex needs, and to provide advice, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other non professionals.To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.To participate in continuing professional and service development and contribute to organisational objectives About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 5 months Working pattern Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 434-CR6730248 Job locations Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitmentnhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio Desirable Specific formal courses appropriate to post speciality Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of a junior rotational Physiotherapy post in the NHS Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Experience in student clinical supervision. Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Experience in supervision of junior staff Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning Participation in audit, research activities and development activities Establish and maintain CPD portfolio Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Desirable Experience of a broad rotational scheme including Acute medicine Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skilful and strenuous physical effort during the day. Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team. Ability to self-direct towards the attainment of clear goals Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well-reasoned standards Positive response to constructive criticism Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc) Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfil the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in weekend working (not fixed term contracts Flexible to meet the needs of the service To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Current registration with Health Professions Council Diploma /Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of CPD in the form of a detailed personal development portfolio Desirable Specific formal courses appropriate to post speciality Membership of professional special interest group Field work/clinical educators course EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of a junior rotational Physiotherapy post in the NHS Attendance at post graduate courses in related fields and demonstrates reflective learning Experience in student clinical supervision. Knowledge of areas of influence of psychosocial and cultural factors on health/illness behaviours Experience in supervision of junior staff Evidence of commitment to continuing professional development, and reflective practice Knowledge and application of evidence-based practice and clinical reasoning Participation in audit, research activities and development activities Establish and maintain CPD portfolio Experience of undertaking Senior (Band 6) role Desirable Experience of a broad rotational scheme including Acute medicine Experience of managing own caseload and prioritizing Ability to work and interact effectively within an interdisciplinary team and contribute to decision making Demonstration of having initiated change of practice or process Knowledge of areas of clinical governance including quality, audit and risk management SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Able to apply a range and depth of knowledge to the specialist clinical area of post Able to make sound clinical decisions based on knowledge/experience and utilize advanced clinical reasoning skills Able to carry out a range of assessments and procedures in order to make clinical assessments and diagnosis Able to carry out manual therapy techniques and therapeutic handling, requiring skilful and strenuous physical effort during the day. Awareness of limitations of own professional abilities Clear, concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, patients and carers to ensure records and reports are accurate, legal and in legible manner (in English) Ability to integrate, participate and contribute as an effective member of a team. Ability to self-direct towards the attainment of clear goals Ability to prioritise tasks and functions against well-reasoned standards Positive response to constructive criticism Ability to plan, manage and organise required tasks within available resources (including time) Use of and/or knowledge of POMR record keeping Knowledge of Current related legislation (H&S, Data P. Act, etc) Commitment to equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practice Understand how to maintain confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Essential To demonstrate appropriate level of assertiveness Able to fulfil the physical demands of the role subject to reasonable adjustment under the terms of the Disciplinary Discrimination Act 1995 Able to be empathetic and handle difficult or emotional situations, using judgement to determine optimal intervention Ability to participate in weekend working (not fixed term contracts Flexible to meet the needs of the service To have strategies for dealing with stressful interpersonal situations and frequent exposure to unpleasant working conditions 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 Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Address Stoke Mandeville Hospital Mandeville Road Aylesbury HP21 8AL Employer's website https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)