Job Title: Band 6 Physiotherapist – General Inpatients Acute
Location: Hertfordshire
Duration: Ongoing
Working Pattern: Mon – Fri (08:00am – 04:00pm – 37.5 hours)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our General Inpatients Acute team at Watford General Hospital. The successful candidate will provide high-quality physiotherapy services to patients in an acute hospital setting, focusing on elderly care, medicine, respiratory, and surgery.
This position is available now and the pay rate for this role will be up to £27 per hour.
Main Responsibilities:
* Assess, plan, and implement physiotherapy treatment programs for patients in the acute inpatient setting.
* Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
* Provide specialist physiotherapy input for patients with complex needs, including those in elderly care, medicine, respiratory, and surgery.
* Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
* Educate patients and their families about treatment plans and strategies for managing their conditions.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with hospital policies and professional standards.
* Participate in clinical audits, research, and service development initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.
* Supervise and support junior physiotherapists, physiotherapy assistants, and students.
Essential Requirements:
* HCPC registration
* Right to work in the UK
* Acute NHS experience
* Experience in inpatient elderly care, medicine, respiratory, and surgery
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
* Excellent organizational and time management skills
* Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
* Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
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