Job summary We have a fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, forward-thinking, and enthusiastic Band 7 Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join our Outpatient Service at the West Hertfordshire Therapy Unit, located at Jacketts Field, Abbots Langley. We are looking for an experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care. The ideal candidate will be keen to work full-time within our core service hours from Monday to Friday. This role offers the chance to clinically lead and work within a highly respected outpatient physiotherapy team, managing a diverse range of pelvic health presentations. You will benefit from peer support from our established Band 7 team, with operational leadership provided by a Band 8 Therapy Team Lead. We offer a supportive leadership structure with a well-established probation, supervision, and appraisal process. Our team benefits from ongoing training and development, including weekly in-service training opportunities. While we work hard to provide the best care for our patients, we are also a sociable and supportive team, committed to staff wellbeing and work-life balance. Virtual interviews will be held on Monday, 24th February 2025. Main duties of the job The post holder will be working in a busy, friendly outpatient department seeing GP, Consultants and Enhanced Community Gynaecology Service referrals, undertaking assessment and treatment face to face, but also virtually as/when appropriate (1:1 and group). Typical caseload may include patients presenting with urinary incontinence, over active bladder, faecal incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, post natal perineal injuries, pelvic pain, sexual health, and pelvic floor dysfunction. About us With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience.Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. At West Herts we offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking We kindly invite you to consider submitting an application. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitmentnhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,270 to £54,931 a year inc HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 360-C-6754 Job locations Jacketts Field Abbotts Langley WD5 0PA Job description Job responsibilities To take a lead role in providing physiotherapy care (specialist assessment and treatment), in the Outpatient Pelvic Health Physiotherapy setting. To act as a specialist resource for physiotherapy staff and other health care professionals. To undertake/lead evidence based QI, audit and research projects to develop and enhance personal and teams clinical practice - making recommendations to fellow clinical lead/Therapy Team Lead for changes to practice by the pelvic health team. To assist in the development, implementation, evaluation of service protocols. To plan, co-ordinate and evaluate the Outpatient Pelvic Health Physiotherapy service in conjunction with the Acute Therapy Service Manager and Therapy Team Lead. To supervise, educate and assess physiotherapy students. To lead on the probation, supervision, appraisal, and training of more junior physiotherapy staff (including rotational) within the clinical team. To participate in an extended hours and 7 day working pattern, if ever implemented, at a future date. Part-time candidates may be considered for interview. Job description Job responsibilities To take a lead role in providing physiotherapy care (specialist assessment and treatment), in the Outpatient Pelvic Health Physiotherapy setting. To act as a specialist resource for physiotherapy staff and other health care professionals. To undertake/lead evidence based QI, audit and research projects to develop and enhance personal and teams clinical practice - making recommendations to fellow clinical lead/Therapy Team Lead for changes to practice by the pelvic health team. To assist in the development, implementation, evaluation of service protocols. To plan, co-ordinate and evaluate the Outpatient Pelvic Health Physiotherapy service in conjunction with the Acute Therapy Service Manager and Therapy Team Lead. To supervise, educate and assess physiotherapy students. To lead on the probation, supervision, appraisal, and training of more junior physiotherapy staff (including rotational) within the clinical team. To participate in an extended hours and 7 day working pattern, if ever implemented, at a future date. Part-time candidates may be considered for interview. Person Specification Education and qualifications: Essential Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council. Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent. Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development in area of specialism. Knowledge: Essential Understanding of organisational structure of the NHS and Social Care. Demonstrate an ability to provide professional/clinical leadership. Understanding of Standards - Health Care Professions Council/Chartered Society of Physiotherapy /Local/National. Understanding policies and procedures (local e.g. Health and Safety etc). Demonstrate ability to search and review the evidence base. Demonstrate evidence of written projects/audit. Demonstrate understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service. Experience: Essential Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded and highly specialised knowledge and skills. Attendance at post graduate courses in relevant fields (specific to the post). Attendance at a Clinical Educators Course. NHS experience. Band 6 experience in area of specialism. Person Specification Education and qualifications: Essential Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy or equivalent recognised by Health Care Professionals Council. Physiotherapy degree qualification or equivalent. Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development in area of specialism. Knowledge: Essential Understanding of organisational structure of the NHS and Social Care. Demonstrate an ability to provide professional/clinical leadership. Understanding of Standards - Health Care Professions Council/Chartered Society of Physiotherapy /Local/National. Understanding policies and procedures (local e.g. Health and Safety etc). Demonstrate ability to search and review the evidence base. Demonstrate evidence of written projects/audit. Demonstrate understanding of clinical governance and the implications for the service. Experience: Essential Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development of expanded and highly specialised knowledge and skills. Attendance at post graduate courses in relevant fields (specific to the post). Attendance at a Clinical Educators Course. NHS experience. Band 6 experience in area of specialism. 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 West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Jacketts Field Abbotts Langley WD5 0PA Employer's website http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)