Job summary This is a suitable position for an experienced band 5 ready to step up to Band 6 level or for an existing Band 6 Physio who wants a change and a new challenge. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Inpatient Therapy Team at Bolton NHS Foundation Trust as a rotational Band 6 Physiotherapist within the team. The successful applicant will be a vital part of the MDT in the delivery of inpatient and outpatient services in the team's portfolio. These include the Specialist areas of Respiratory (and Pulmonary Rehabilitation), Cardiology (and Cardiac Rehabilitation), Gastro, Frailty, Complex Care as well as Medical Assessment areas. There is a clear focus on discharge planning for those with no criteria to reside on all ward areas. Main duties of the job To work as an autonomous practitioner as part of the Inpatient Therapy Team supported by highly specialist therapists To work mainly in the hospital but there will also be some community work in patient's own homes, outpatient clinics and group settings To perform therapeutic assessment of patients who present with diverse and complex chronic physical and psychological problems To provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes To deliver programmes of care, using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions About us You must be committed to our Trust Values: VISION OPENNESS INTEGRITY COMPASSION EXCELLENCE The post offers the opportunity to develop within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 241-841-IC-24 Job locations Royal Bolton Hospital Minerva Rd Farnworth BL4 0JR Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification attached to this job vacancy outline the main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities The job description and person specification attached to this job vacancy outline the main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of post graduate training in relevant Physiotherapy Clinical Educators/Field worker course or equivalent Desirable Membership of appropriate professional body Membership of professional special interest group Experience Essential Broad range of clinical experience prior to specialising Extensive experience working within the field of Acute Medicine and complex care Experience of effective team working Experience of student education within the workplace up to graduate level Desirable Participation in clinical audit Skills Essential Ability to expertly use and apply a range of assessment and treatment techniques and approaches to the management of conditions relevant to Pulmonary Rehab Ability to communicate effectively and flexibly and to adapt communication style to the needs of patients, carers and staff Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate as appropriate and to manage time effectively Other Essential Car owner/driver subject to the conditions of the DDA Ability to work flexible hours and out of hours. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of post graduate training in relevant Physiotherapy Clinical Educators/Field worker course or equivalent Desirable Membership of appropriate professional body Membership of professional special interest group Experience Essential Broad range of clinical experience prior to specialising Extensive experience working within the field of Acute Medicine and complex care Experience of effective team working Experience of student education within the workplace up to graduate level Desirable Participation in clinical audit Skills Essential Ability to expertly use and apply a range of assessment and treatment techniques and approaches to the management of conditions relevant to Pulmonary Rehab Ability to communicate effectively and flexibly and to adapt communication style to the needs of patients, carers and staff Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate as appropriate and to manage time effectively Other Essential Car owner/driver subject to the conditions of the DDA Ability to work flexible hours and out of hours. 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 Bolton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Bolton Hospital Minerva Rd Farnworth BL4 0JR Employer's website http://www.boltonft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)