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Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist (Rheumatology), South Molton
Client:
Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust
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Job Category:
Other
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Yes
Job Reference:
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4
Posted:
10.03.2025
Expiry Date:
24.04.2025
Job Description:
Role Summary
Are you passionate about people and looking to develop your existing Physiotherapy or Occupational therapy experience? Are you dynamic, motivated and have a passion for supporting independence?
We have a new opportunity for an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist to join our friendly team on a fixed term basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join the Rheumatology Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy team, in delivering holistic care to patients with rheumatological conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, secondary fibromyalgia and psoriatic arthritis.
Applicants will require sound moving and handling skills, good problem solving, prioritisation and excellent communication. Experience of splinting and chronic pain would be advantageous. The ideal applicant will hold a full drivers licence and own means of transport.
About the Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with good interpersonal skills and a high degree of self-motivation to join our friendly team, supporting patients with rheumatological conditions. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients with chronic conditions while working within a supportive and skilled team in North Devon.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team to integrate therapeutic input into patients’ overall care plans. Providing comprehensive assessment and therapy sessions, including exercise and education groups, 1:1 patient and carer education, and the provision of bespoke and pre-fabricated splints or adaptive equipment. Supporting patients and carers by providing clear explanations about diagnoses, treatment plans, and the impact on lifestyle. Using motivational and negotiation skills to encourage adherence to treatment goals and lifestyle adjustments. Managing your own caseload under supervision, identifying patient needs, and tailoring care plans in collaboration with the team. Maintaining accurate patient records and adhering to infection control policies.
This position requires excellent communication and organisational skills, the ability to provide compassionate care, and previous experience in a healthcare support role. The post offers opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements, and the benefits of an NHS role.
Working Pattern: hours. Days and pattern to be discussed and confirmed with successful applicant.
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed
For further information please contact Beth Coggin, Care Group Support Manager.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over, staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than, people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
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