Job summary Due to internal promotion, we are excited to be able to welcome a static band 6 to our Adult CF, Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) and Bronchiectasis Physiotherapy team, based in the Leicester Adult Cystic Fibrosis (CF) and Bronchiectasis Specialist services. We are looking for a dynamic physiotherapist with a specific interest in working within the Physiotherapy and CF/Bronchiectasis multi-disciplinary teams at Glenfield Hospital. For CF, interventions include airway clearance, inhalation therapy, exercise assessment and prescription, breathing pattern management, basic musculoskeletal interventions, continence management, promotion of self-management and support with treatment adherence. This service is provided for adults with CF in all settings including in-patients, clinics, ward attenders, out-patients and home care. Car owner driver is essential. For non-CF Bronchiectasis our team are in the enviable position of being able to provide a dedicated, high-quality service as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team. Interventions with this group include airway clearance, inhalation therapy, basic exercise assessment and prescription, breathing pattern management, promotion of self-management and support with treatment adherence. We cover the specialist Bronchiectasis clinic, out-patients, day case ward attenders and in-patients, ensuring high quality interventions with excellent continuity of care. Main duties of the job This is an exciting post in addition to the Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist, Clinical Specialist and two Band 6 physiotherapists who provide a highly specialised service to adults with CF, PCD and Bronchiectasis in Leicestershire and the wider East Midlands. The Physiotherapy Department provides a seven day rostered service and the successful candidate will work on the weekend, bank holiday and the emergency on-call respiratory service rosters. To assist with specialist physiotherapy service provision to patients with Cystic Fibrosis and Bronchiectasis attending Glenfield Hospital. To provide comprehensive assessments and form individualised treatment plans to optimise patient outcomes and experience. To work with inpatients, outpatients, clinics and within patients' homes. To assist with data collection and support the Advanced Practitioner and clinical specialist with the on-going development of physiotherapy service provision in line with national standards and commissioning arrangements. Please see job description for further information. About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Date posted 18 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £35,392 to £42,618 a year PA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working Reference number 358-6633902-CSI Job locations Glenfield Hospital Groby Road Leicester LE39QP Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for managing a complex clinical caseload from assessment to discharge/transfer of care, in order to facilitate a timely and safe discharge from hospital. Plan, deliver and progress treatment interventions using clinical reasoning and decision making skills in order to work towards and achieve identified patient goals. To facilitate annual appraisal and personal development planning for relevant members of the Physiotherapy Team. To participate in the induction of Physiotherapy Staff Please see attached job description for more information. Job description Job responsibilities Be responsible for managing a complex clinical caseload from assessment to discharge/transfer of care, in order to facilitate a timely and safe discharge from hospital. Plan, deliver and progress treatment interventions using clinical reasoning and decision making skills in order to work towards and achieve identified patient goals. To facilitate annual appraisal and personal development planning for relevant members of the Physiotherapy Team. To participate in the induction of Physiotherapy Staff Please see attached job description for more information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience at a band 5 level Desirable Cystic Fibrosis or bronchiectasis experience Other requirements specific to job role Essential Expresses enthusiasm for post and desire to work in clinical area Experience Essential Respiratory on call and weekend experience communication Essential Demonstrates good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience working in cystic fibrosis /bronchiectasis Experience Essential Experience of supporting students Experience Essential Demonstrates knowledge of relevant guidelines and standards Person Specification Qualifications Essential HCPC registration as a Physiotherapist Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience at a band 5 level Desirable Cystic Fibrosis or bronchiectasis experience Other requirements specific to job role Essential Expresses enthusiasm for post and desire to work in clinical area Experience Essential Respiratory on call and weekend experience communication Essential Demonstrates good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills Experience Essential Relevant clinical experience working in cystic fibrosis /bronchiectasis Experience Essential Experience of supporting students Experience Essential Demonstrates knowledge of relevant guidelines and standards 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 of Leicester NHS Trust Address Glenfield Hospital Groby Road Leicester LE39QP Employer's website https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)