Job summary NCH&C are excited to advertise for the opportunity for a motivated and experienced Physiotherapist to join our growing team at the new Willow Unit. The Willow Therapy Unit will be a 48 bedded inpatient unit based at Norwich Community Hospital. Therapy staff will be available from 7am to 7.30pm, seven days a week - supporting faster recovery for patients and minimising the risk of deconditioning. Exercises classes and other activities will be provided by local voluntary sector partners, helping patient recover faster. Interactive technology will be available to further aid patient rehabilitation. The Willow Therapy Unit is currently being constructed. The team is currently based at: Birch UnitColman HospitalUnthank RoadNorwichNR2 2PJ Main duties of the job To assess and prescribe care programmes for patients with, but not exclusive to, long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our service users. About us Apply now to join an organisation that has been awarded an 'Outstanding' rating by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the highest possible rating and the first stand-alone NHS community trust in the country to be awarded the title. Clink below to learn more about working for our 'Outstanding' Trust: https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/ Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 839-6770613-MP Job locations Willow Unit - Norwich Community Hospital Norwich NR2 3TU Job description Job responsibilities To assess and prescribe care programmes for patients with, but not exclusive to, long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our service users. Job description Job responsibilities To assess and prescribe care programmes for patients with, but not exclusive to, long term conditions, the frail and elderly, palliative care and rehabilitation needs, to achieve quality of life and independence where possible To work within the integrated team to facilitate early discharge from hospital To work within the integrated team to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital To work with all health care professionals, and statutory and non-statutory agencies to provide a seamless integrated service to our service users. Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or MSc Hons in Physiotherapy or equivalent Active HCPC registration Desirable Practice Educator Qualification Experience Essential Ability to provide holistic, patient centred care Ability to deliver effective patient care & inputting data/patient records Demonstrate that you can work in a team environment Post-graduate experience in a range of clinical settings Support/supervision of students and unregistered colleagues Experience in inpatients Rehab/Reablement setting Skills, Ability & Knowledge Essential Ability to use own initiative Good observational and reporting skills Good time management skills / prioritisation to manage stressful situations Good interpersonal skills Have basic IT and standard keyboard skills Be able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids, manoeuvre limbs & bend, kneel and stoop Evidence of post-graduate CPD Desirable Experience of audits/research Communication Essential Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Demonstrates active listening skills Demonstrates tact, diplomancy, empathy and sensitivity Demonstrate ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including patients, relatives, health & social care professionals Ability to be concise and feedback information in a clear and defined way Personal Attributes Essential Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Highly motivated and enthusiastic Works flexibly to meet the needs of the service Value and respect privacy and dignity Ability to work long shifts across 7 day service Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc or MSc Hons in Physiotherapy or equivalent Active HCPC registration Desirable Practice Educator Qualification Experience Essential Ability to provide holistic, patient centred care Ability to deliver effective patient care & inputting data/patient records Demonstrate that you can work in a team environment Post-graduate experience in a range of clinical settings Support/supervision of students and unregistered colleagues Experience in inpatients Rehab/Reablement setting Skills, Ability & Knowledge Essential Ability to use own initiative Good observational and reporting skills Good time management skills / prioritisation to manage stressful situations Good interpersonal skills Have basic IT and standard keyboard skills Be able to manoeuvre patients using handling aids, manoeuvre limbs & bend, kneel and stoop Evidence of post-graduate CPD Desirable Experience of audits/research Communication Essential Able to communicate effectively in written and verbal English Language Demonstrates active listening skills Demonstrates tact, diplomancy, empathy and sensitivity Demonstrate ability to communicate with a wide range of people, including patients, relatives, health & social care professionals Ability to be concise and feedback information in a clear and defined way Personal Attributes Essential Able to identify with the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults Highly motivated and enthusiastic Works flexibly to meet the needs of the service Value and respect privacy and dignity Ability to work long shifts across 7 day service 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 Norfolk Community Health and Care NHS Trust Address Willow Unit - Norwich Community Hospital Norwich NR2 3TU Employer's website https://www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)