Are you looking for a new challenge? You could be an important part of an exciting innovative Health Board whose objective is to provide Truly integrated care centred on the needs of the individual. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join our Physiotherapy service working across beautiful Mid Powys.
We are looking for a person who wants to work within a motivated and enthusiastic team whose priority is to provide community rehabilitation.
You will need to have excellent communication and organisational skills, a flexible approach to work and negotiation skills to motivate patients and staff to deliver high standards of care.
You will work closely as part of an MDT within PTHB and Social services, the award winning Virtual ward and support integration.
Main duties of the job
Generic
To work as an integral and active part of the therapy and multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the therapy team in the efficient provision of a patient centred service.
Role specific
Main responsibilities include delivering inpatient rehab as part of an in-reach model to Llandrindod Hospital, in addition to managing a community caseload independently across Mid Powys. The base will be Llandrindod hospital.
To contribute to service development, mentorship of junior staff, student physiotherapists and delegation of rehabilitation plans to enable active rehabilitation.
The team provide a 7-day service and all staff are expected to be part of the weekend roster.
Be flexible at times of increased demand to the service.
To participate in the planning, development and evaluation of community therapy service, having responsibility of defined projects.
We support CPD, in-service training, clinical supervision and career development.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job responsibilities
This post requires the successful applicant to be able to work in the community and therefore will require a driver’s licence and access to a vehicle for work.
If you are interested in this post and require more information, please contact Sian Young (Rehabilitation Team Lead Physiotherapist) 01874615724.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Knowledge
Essential
* BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
* HPC registration
* Evidence of relevant post graduate study and personal development - CPD portfolio Membership of CSP
* Broad working knowledge of Physiotherapy techniques across all aspects of treatment
* Specialised knowledge in care of elderly and neurological conditions and general rehabilitation
* Ability to keep legible, clear and concise notes
Desirable
* Post graduate courses
* Evidence of involvement with relevant Clinical Interest group(s)
Experience
Essential
* Broad range of band 5 experience
* Experience working with elderly
* Experience of working with Junior staff/ assistants/ students and to develop other staff both formally and informally
* Evidence of involvement in research/ audit Good presentation/ teaching skills
Desirable
* Experience of working in a community setting
Aptitudes & Abilities
Essential
* Ability to work independently
* Able to work collaboratively within the physiotherapy team and with the wider MDT
* Able to cope with moderate physical exertion throughout the working day
* Ability to work under pressure Autonomous decision maker
Desirable
* Service Development
* Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
* Flexible working e.g. weekend rotas Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Employer details
Employer name
Powys Teaching Health Board
Address
Llandrindod Hospital
Temple Street
Llandrindod
LD1 5HF
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