Job summary Expected Shortlisting Date 07/03/2025 Planned Interview Date w/c 17/03/2025 We have an exciting opportunity to recruit dedicated and enthusiastic Physiotherapists to our Respiratory Physiotherapy Service at the Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust as a 12-month Rotational Band 6. The team covers all aspects of the respiratory patients journey, from intensive care to ward based rehabilitation. Rotations include adult critical care (general and cardiac), respiratory medicine, cystic fibrosis, cardiology and surgeries (cardiac, thoracic, upper and lower abdominal), with each area led by an experienced band 7. Service delivery over 7 days a week and on call participation are required. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate post graduate experience and clinical knowledge of the assessment and management of respiratory patients. They will be required to demonstrate an ability to work as an autonomous practitioner, and as part of multidisciplinary teams for the best outcomes for our patients. Good communication skills and respectful behaviours are essential. Main duties of the job The main duties of this role are the assessment and treatment of a wide variety of patients with respiratory conditions in a range of environments. You will carry your own caseload and be expected to work flexibly to time manage this alongside other commitments you may have. You will work closely with the Band 7 team leads and Clinical Specialists to clinically manage more complex conditions depending on your level of experience and at times lead the service in their absence. Training and development are a crucial part of this role, particularly supporting newly qualified and unregistered staff to have regular educational support and also other members of the MDT where applicable. Alongside this there will be opportunities to be involved in aspects of clinical audit, quality improvement, governance and research. PLEASE NOTE MAY CLOSE IF THERE ARE A NUMBER OF APPLICANTS About us Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, over 7 sites, is a large tertiary teaching hospital. It has excellent links with the wider West Yorkshire health providers and is focused on being the best for specialist and integrated care. At its heart is the Leeds Way, five core values at the centre of its business. It is also a centre for Lean methodology and Quality Improvement. These methods allow us to be more efficient with all our resources and provide an improved experience and better outcomes for our patients. The Physiotherapy service at Leeds is passionate about patients being at the centre of our business and receiving high quality, evidence-based care while keeping staff Health and Wellbeing a priority of our service. LTHT provides a variety of specialist cardiorespiratory services for the region at St Jamess Hospital and Leeds General Infirmary, which are both part of this Band 6 Rotation. Leeds Teaching Hospitals is committed to our process of redeploying 'at risk' members of our existing workforce to new roles. As such, all our job adverts are subject to this policy and we reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. If you do experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle, please bear with us while this process is completed, and contact the named contact if you have any questions. Date posted 13 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number C9298-ATH-391 Job locations St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE Rotation opportunities include: Adult Critical care (general and cardiac) Cardiology Cystic Fibrosis Respiratory Medicine including Respiratory Support unit Surgical pathways (cardiac, thoracic, hepatobiliary, upper and lower gastrointestinal) 3. JOB DIMENSIONS To perform physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions, to provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme. He/She will participate in the senior rotational scheme which involves working across a range of settings. To be responsible for their own continuing professional and personal development. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Degree or equivalent Attendance on relevant post graduate courses Experience At least 18 months experience working as a physiotherapist Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and therapy colleagues Skills Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to prioritise, organise and allocate workload Time management skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty e.g. thorough academic study at post graduate level or equivalent Insight into current professional issues and those influencing the NHS Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Good interpersonal skills 6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Committed to the development of physiotherapy within the clinical setting Committed to the clinical area maintaining high standards of care. Committed to own development Committed to maintaining high standards of physiotherapy clinical practice in accordance with relevant guidelines and policies 7. WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change. WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that ambition. 8. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Teaching skills with the ability to use various media Communication skills Time management skills Team player Professional Research conscious 9. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of this specialist area. To have a working knowledge of Professional Standards set by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Health Professions Council and National Standards e.g. NSFs. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work relating to the assessment and treatment of patients in your care undertaking clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To undertake the comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients including those with diverse/complex /multi pathological presentation. This will necessitate the use of investigative and analytical skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis and treatment from a range of options. Using investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised management and treatment plans including the development of comprehensive discharge plans. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To demonstrate dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory skills in the assessment and manual treatment of patients. To develop and deliver the physiotherapy element of the rehabilitation programme, and on occasion to deliver some elements normally undertaken by nursing or occupational therapy colleagues. To be an active member of the out of hours service. Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress treatment and rehabilitation programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating. Ability to work in a stressful environment imparting information regarding poor rehabilitation prognosis on a daily basis. Ability to deal effectively with emotional and/or aggressive patients and/or carers on a daily basis. This will necessitate the use of communication skills e.g. to motivate and reassure. Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the knowledge to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support more junior staff/students to do likewise. Formulate and deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment options e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, electrotherapy techniques and other alternative options. Represent the physiotherapy service and /or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service, and integration of physiotherapy treatment. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning. Education and Training To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy, and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their condition. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at, and participation in, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses, peer review and reflective practice. To contribute to the teaching of student physiotherapists to graduate level on physiotherapeutic skills and knowledge within core clinical areas. Teach, assess and contribute to the performance assessment and appraisal of junior physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistant staff. To provide daily support, guidance and training to junior physiotherapists, support workers and students, assessing, evaluating and ensuring competence. Professional and Managerial Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in the areas of each rotation, developing knowledge of a variety of conditions and patient types. As a senior member of the clinical team you may be required to ensure that you implement policy and service development changes and ensure others do likewise. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through Continued Professional Development activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects your own personal development. To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning as appropriate. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraise and appraiser and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence based projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with others. Make recommendations for change as appropriate. To demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation. To maintain own continuing professional development by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them as necessary into your work. In the absence of a senior staff member to supervise more junior staff, technical instructors, assistants and students. To allocate individual tasks to more junior staff and support workers as required. Organisational To be responsible for a designated area of work, as agreed with the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager and to plan and organise efficiently and effectively with regard to patients management and use of time. To decide priorities for own workload, balancing other patient related demands. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of individually prescribed equipment used by patients and general therapy equipment used by physiotherapy staff through teaching, and supervision of practice. Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE Rotation opportunities include: Adult Critical care (general and cardiac) Cardiology Cystic Fibrosis Respiratory Medicine including Respiratory Support unit Surgical pathways (cardiac, thoracic, hepatobiliary, upper and lower gastrointestinal) 3. JOB DIMENSIONS To perform physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions, to provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme. He/She will participate in the senior rotational scheme which involves working across a range of settings. To be responsible for their own continuing professional and personal development. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Qualifications Degree or equivalent Attendance on relevant post graduate courses Experience At least 18 months experience working as a physiotherapist Working with a wide range of professionals including medical, nursing and therapy colleagues Skills Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Ability to prioritise, organise and allocate workload Time management skills Knowledge Insight into clinical specialty e.g. thorough academic study at post graduate level or equivalent Insight into current professional issues and those influencing the NHS Standards of professional practice Personal Attributes Professional and patient focused Ability to work independently and as part of a team Flexible, adaptable, capable of lateral thinking Good interpersonal skills 6. THE LEEDS WAY VALUES Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are: Patient-centred Collaborative Fair Accountable Empowered All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values Additionally the following are core values which relate specifically to this post: Committed to the development of physiotherapy within the clinical setting Committed to the clinical area maintaining high standards of care. Committed to own development Committed to maintaining high standards of physiotherapy clinical practice in accordance with relevant guidelines and policies 7. WEST YORKSHIRE ASSOCIATION OF ACUTE TRUSTS (WYAAT) Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is part of the West Yorkshire Association of Acute Trusts (WYAAT), a collaborative of the NHS hospital trusts from across West Yorkshire and Harrogate working together to provide the best possible care for our patients. By bringing together the wide range of skills and expertise across West Yorkshire and Harrogate we are working differently, innovating and driving forward change to deliver the highest quality care. By working for Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust this is your opportunity to be a part of that change. WYAAT is the acute sector arm of the West Yorkshire and Harrogate Health and Care Partnership, one of the largest integrated care systems in the country. The Partnerships ambition is for everyone to have the best possible health and wellbeing, and the work of WYAAT, and each individual trust, supports that ambition. 8. CORE BEHAVIOURS AND SKILLS Teaching skills with the ability to use various media Communication skills Time management skills Team player Professional Research conscious 9. CORE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING An understanding of the organisational structure and working practices of this specialist area. To have a working knowledge of Professional Standards set by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, Health Professions Council and National Standards e.g. NSFs. 9. PRINCIPAL DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Clinical To be professional and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work relating to the assessment and treatment of patients in your care undertaking clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner. To undertake the comprehensive assessment and treatment of patients including those with diverse/complex /multi pathological presentation. This will necessitate the use of investigative and analytical skills to formulate an accurate diagnosis and treatment from a range of options. Using investigative and analytical skills to formulate individualised management and treatment plans including the development of comprehensive discharge plans. To accept clinical responsibility for a designated caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To demonstrate dexterity, co-ordination and palpatory skills in the assessment and manual treatment of patients. To develop and deliver the physiotherapy element of the rehabilitation programme, and on occasion to deliver some elements normally undertaken by nursing or occupational therapy colleagues. To be an active member of the out of hours service. Use a range of verbal and non-verbal communication tools to communicate effectively with patients to progress treatment and rehabilitation programmes. This will include patients who may have difficulties in understanding or communicating. Ability to work in a stressful environment imparting information regarding poor rehabilitation prognosis on a daily basis. Ability to deal effectively with emotional and/or aggressive patients and/or carers on a daily basis. This will necessitate the use of communication skills e.g. to motivate and reassure. Assess patient understanding of treatment proposals, gain valid informed consent and have the knowledge to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment. To ensure a high standard of clinical care for the patients under your management and support more junior staff/students to do likewise. Formulate and deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes based on a sound knowledge of evidence based practice and treatment options using clinical assessment, reasoning skills and knowledge of treatment options e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise classes, electrotherapy techniques and other alternative options. Represent the physiotherapy service and /or individual patients at multi-disciplinary team meetings, to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service, and integration of physiotherapy treatment. This will include discussion of patient care, patient progress and involvement in discharge planning. Education and Training To provide spontaneous and planned advice, teaching and instruction to relatives, carers and other professionals, to promote understanding of the aims of physiotherapy, and to ensure a consistent approach to patient care. To communicate effectively with patients and carers to maximise rehabilitation potential and to ensure understanding of their condition. Be an active member of the in-service training programme by attendance at, and participation in, tutorials, individual training sessions, external courses, peer review and reflective practice. To contribute to the teaching of student physiotherapists to graduate level on physiotherapeutic skills and knowledge within core clinical areas. Teach, assess and contribute to the performance assessment and appraisal of junior physiotherapists and physiotherapy assistant staff. To provide daily support, guidance and training to junior physiotherapists, support workers and students, assessing, evaluating and ensuring competence. Professional and Managerial Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence based practice in the areas of each rotation, developing knowledge of a variety of conditions and patient types. As a senior member of the clinical team you may be required to ensure that you implement policy and service development changes and ensure others do likewise. To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through Continued Professional Development activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects your own personal development. To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing and therapy colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service. This will include case conferences, ward rounds and discharge planning as appropriate. To participate in the staff appraisal scheme as an appraise and appraiser and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet set knowledge and competencies. To undertake the measurement and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence based projects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with others. Make recommendations for change as appropriate. To demonstrate an understanding of Clinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation. To maintain own continuing professional development by keeping abreast of any new trends and developments, incorporating them as necessary into your work. In the absence of a senior staff member to supervise more junior staff, technical instructors, assistants and students. To allocate individual tasks to more junior staff and support workers as required. Organisational To be responsible for a designated area of work, as agreed with the Clinical Physiotherapy Manager and to plan and organise efficiently and effectively with regard to patients management and use of time. To decide priorities for own workload, balancing other patient related demands. To be responsible for the safe and competent use of individually prescribed equipment used by patients and general therapy equipment used by physiotherapy staff through teaching, and supervision of practice. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional degree or diploma in relevant field Statuary professional body registration Post graduate learning Experience Essential Experience in working in physiotherapy in a variety of areas, and with a solid grounding in relevant respiratory skills. Experience in working with a range of professionals including other AHPs, nurses and doctors. Skills and Behaviours Essential 1.Assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation skills appropriate to clinical area 2.Analytical and problem-solving skills 3.Workload management skills 4.Competent IT Other Criteria Essential Professional and flexible attitude while responding to the changing needs of the patient in an appropriate and timely manner. Good communication skills and evidence of multiprofessional working 1.Developing theoretical and clinical knowledge appropriate to experience and profession. 2.Knowledge of some current research methodology/relevant guidelines Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional degree or diploma in relevant field Statuary professional body registration Post graduate learning Experience Essential Experience in working in physiotherapy in a variety of areas, and with a solid grounding in relevant respiratory skills. Experience in working with a range of professionals including other AHPs, nurses and doctors. Skills and Behaviours Essential 1.Assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation skills appropriate to clinical area 2.Analytical and problem-solving skills 3.Workload management skills 4.Competent IT Other Criteria Essential Professional and flexible attitude while responding to the changing needs of the patient in an appropriate and timely manner. Good communication skills and evidence of multiprofessional working 1.Developing theoretical and clinical knowledge appropriate to experience and profession. 2.Knowledge of some current research methodology/relevant guidelines 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 Leeds Teaching Hospitals Address St. James's University Hospital Beckett Street Leeds LS9 7TF Employer's website https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)