Job Description Physiotherapist Tees Valley Hospital Full Time - 37.5hrs We are looking to recruit a dynamic, forward thinking, skilled individual to the position of Physiotherapist within the Physiotherapy team at Tees Valley Hospital. This role would suit a Physiotherapist with current skills and experience in Orthopaedic and MSK Physiotherapy. We hope to attract an individual with an enthusiasm and keen interest in ACL rehab to work alongside our senior therapist one evening per week. Therapists have a dual role at Tees Valley and you would be based predominantly in the outpatient service however flexibility is required to work in the Orthopaedic inpatient ward as service demand requires. Additional work supporting weekends will be required on occasion to facilitate discharges of joint arthroplasty patients. The Physiotherapy team is committed to the delivery and demonstration of high standards of patient care and customer service. At Tees Valley Hospital we treat NHS and private patients. Our team prides itself on being highly motivated, autonomous, flexible, excellent communicators and team-workers. The Physiotherapy team have a commitment to provide high standards of care and customer service to our patients whilst maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction at every contact. Your duties will include: Delivering high quality physiotherapy care in a hospital setting; including the assessment, treatment, planning and development of physiotherapy treatment programmes, progressing and regressing treatment using own clinical knowledge and justification Use sound rationale to solve problems and treat, sometimes moderately complex, patients within scope of practice without overcomplicating matters Sound ability to use dynamic risk assessment and manual handling skills to ensure patient and environmental safety during treatment plans Effective planning and prioritisation of patients to ensure timely safe discharge from the ward Providing patient education and advice at all stages throughout the patient journey. Manage your own case load in inpatients/outpatients as applicable, time management skills, input sessional charges via computer, book patient appointments and fully utilise own computer diary. To act in a professional manner at all times respecting privacy, dignity and confidentiality High regard and implementation of health and safety procedures regarding patients, colleagues and the environment at all times, including infection control procedures Excellent communication, customer care and customer service skills. A commitment to CPD, mandatory training and e-learning A good standard of IT literacy and willingness learn new information technology as required An active involvement in the day to day running of the department Working effectively and independently as part of the Physiotherapy team and the wider multi-disciplinary team The ideal candidate must have: BSc Honours degree in Physiotherapy HCPC and CSP registration Evidence of CPD from university placements Highly organised and demonstrate the ability to work confidently and effectively both in a team and independently. Have an understanding of the CSP standards of practice and HCPC standards and how they relate to individual practice. In return we offer the successful candidate: 25 Days Leave Bank Holidays Buy & Sell Flexi Leave Options Private Pension where Ramsay will match up to 5% after a qualifying period Flexible shift patterns available where possible Enhanced Competitive Parental Leave Policies Private Medical Cover with option to add partner & dependants Life Assurance (Death in Service) x3 base salary Free Training and Development via the Ramsay Academy Free Parking on site Subsidised staff restaurant Concerts for Carers Employee Assistance Programme Cycle2Work scheme available, in partnership with Halfords The Blue Light Card Scheme All offers of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Tees Valley Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all. If you require any more information then please contact Nicki Aldridge, Physiotherapy Manager on nicki.aldridgeramsayhealth.co.uk Alternatively, please contact Amy Green, Talent Acquisition Specialist on amy.greenramsayhealth.co.uk The closing date for applications is 29/10/2024 or when sufficient applications have been received. Interviews will be scheduled within 3-7 days of receipt of application pending managers review. All offers of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service.(if relevant to the position) The Tees Valley Hospital is committed to quality, equality and opportunity for all. We care. It’s more than what we do, it’s who we are. Everything we do is about striving to deliver the best care. And it's a belief that's as true today as it was when we welcomed our first patients in 1964. “The Ramsay Way” culture recognises that our people are our most important asset and this has been key to our ongoing success. We are proud to support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists and have already achieved the Silver Award as part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme recognises employers who actively support Defence while encouraging other organisations to adopt the same behaviours in their workplace. As a company we are committed to supporting the wider Armed Forces community and this includes our staff as well as our patients. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all. This position is subject to background and DBS checks.