Job overview
We are looking for a motivated Band 6 Orthopaedic Specialist Physiotherapist with acute hospital experience to join our Orthopaedic Physiotherapy team at St Richard’s Hospital, Chichester.
The post will involve working closely with therapy, nursing and medical colleagues to provide a high standard of physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients admitted under trauma and elective orthopaedics.
There is an expectation for out of hours working including weekend and twilight services as necessary. It is currently a Mon-Fri service with self-rostered out-of-hours shifts.
Informal visits are encouraged.
**Previous applicants need not apply**
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an innovative and creative Physiotherapist who is passionate about Orthopaedic Physiotherapy.
The orthopaedic therapy team is supportive and highly experienced. As a Band 6 you will have the opportunity to have joint clinical and non-clinical supervision on a regular basis. You will work with a strong cohort of peer band 6's and supported by skilled and experienced support workers. You will have the opportunity to develop band 5 Physiotherapists and Students.
We are a research active department and are driven to providing an evidence based approach for our patients. We have strong links to the Trust’s Research and Innovation Committee and local HEIs. We are continuing to develop and support local clinical research activity and provide support for those interested in developing clinical academic careers.
Chichester is a beautiful historic city situated adjacent to the South Downs National Park, the sea and with excellent transport links to London and across Southern England. You will be joining a strong and supportive Physiotherapy team within the top performing University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust. We look forward to welcoming you on an informal visit or discussing any aspect of this exciting opportunity further.
**Previous applicants need not apply**
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. To provide advanced assessment and treatment for a range of highly complex patients within the orthopaedic patient services.
2. To supervise, teach and appraise recently qualified physiotherapists, technicians, assistants, students and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
3. To support the team lead with operational management.
4. To participate in CPD, IST, audit and evidence based projects which may include making recommendations for change in practice.
5. To participate in the development, planning and evaluation of Orthopaedic services across the Trust.
6. To participate in implementation of policy and changes in own clinical area, and to set and monitor standards of practice.
7. To participate in the out of hours Orthopaedic services.
8. To participate in respiratory on call and weekend service
**Previous applicants need not apply**
Person specification
Qualification/ Experience
Essential criteria
9. Evidence of Physiotherapy Degree (BSc or MSc equivalent).
10. Documented evidence of self-development and relevant CPD
Desirable criteria
11. Member of CSP / Interest group
12. Evidence of Post-graduate education such as post grad Diploma/ MSc modules.
Skills
Essential criteria
13. Have completed at least one band 5 rotation in both Trauma & Elective Orthopaedics including short stay/day surgery
14. Effective communication within MDT
15. Proven clinical skills in speciality
16. Ability to manage a busy and complex caseload, and complete clinical and non-clinical duties.
17. Experience of appraising and supervising less experienced staff
18. Experience of working in Orthopaedic weekend services
19. Respiratory On call competent
Desirable criteria
20. Previous band 6 experience in speciality
21. Student supervision
22. Previous experience in service development projects
Equality Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
23. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
24. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Important information for applicants
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for those that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker.
Closing adverts early: Please apply as early as you're able for this role. In the event of exceptional interest we may close adverts earlier than specified.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications