Job summary
As a Physiotherapist in our hospice, you will play
a key role in supporting patients at the end of life by enhancing their
functional abilities and promoting their comfort, dignity, and independence.
You will work closely with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team
to provide personalised therapy that aligns with each patients goals and
wishes. Your expertise will contribute to creating an environment of peace and
comfort whilst supporting people to live well during this
significant stage of life.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone with
Degree in Physiotherapy and minimum of 4 years post registration
Experience at Band 6 level or equivalent
Evidence of experience in neurology, medical and the community
Experience of MDT working
Evidence of continuing professional development and willingness to
undertake further study in end of life care
Registered with the Heath and Care Professions Council
Evidence of post-qualification professional development
Experience with working with people who
have life limiting illnesses and acute, chronic, complex conditions
including respiratory care, neurology and pain management
Good organisational/time management skills and ability to
co-ordinate case load.
Ability to adapts skills and techniques in response to specific
patient needs
Able to manage challenging and complex situations
About us
Oakhaven Hospice serves the community of the New Forest, providing
in-patient, day hospice and community care for patients with life limiting
illnesses and support to their families/carers. We are committed to equality of opportunity at
Oakhaven. Our mission is to welcome
everyone to join us and create inclusive teams, celebrating difference and
encourage everyone to be themselves at work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that we are unable to offer skilled worker visa
sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to
work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered.
Key responsibilities:
Ensure evidence based
practice and practice development across the patient pathway, within the
Oakhaven therapy service and the Oakhaven multi-disciplinary team (MDT
Provide specialised Physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients
with complex needs and provide expert advice, guidance and information to
health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other
non-professionals
To provide a high standard of individualised patient-centred care to
patients with a progressing and life limiting illness
To provide line management/supervision for Therapy Assistant (in
agreement with the Director of Patient Services)
Support the clinical manual handling trainers and advise the Manual
Handling Lead of issues pertinent to policy and practice development
Take a lead role in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and
treatment of patients. Provide support
and advice to patients and their carers and professionals. Make appropriate referrals to the MDT,
ensuring seamless service for patients.
Provide specialist advice and education on all aspects of physiotherapy
management and rehabilitation for patients, relatives and health care
professionals
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note that we are unable to offer skilled worker visa
sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to
work in the UK without our sponsorship for your application to be considered.
Key responsibilities:
Ensure evidence based
practice and practice development across the patient pathway, within the
Oakhaven therapy service and the Oakhaven multi-disciplinary team (MDT
Provide specialised Physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients
with complex needs and provide expert advice, guidance and information to
health and social care professionals, carers and relatives and other
non-professionals
To provide a high standard of individualised patient-centred care to
patients with a progressing and life limiting illness
To provide line management/supervision for Therapy Assistant (in
agreement with the Director of Patient Services)
Support the clinical manual handling trainers and advise the Manual
Handling Lead of issues pertinent to policy and practice development
Take a lead role in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and
treatment of patients. Provide support
and advice to patients and their carers and professionals. Make appropriate referrals to the MDT,
ensuring seamless service for patients.
Provide specialist advice and education on all aspects of physiotherapy
management and rehabilitation for patients, relatives and health care
professionals
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 4 years post-qualification experience of acute, chronic, complex conditions including respiratory care, neurology and pain management
Desirable
- Community experience
- Recent experience within a comparable role
Specific Skills
Essential
- Good communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member.
- Good organisational/time management skills and ability to co-ordinate workload.
- Demonstrate high standard of rehabilitation/clinical skills.
- Ability to adapt skills and techniques in response to specific patient needs.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills.
- Presentation/teaching skills.
- Moving and handling qualification.
- Teaching and presentation skills especially in Moving and Handling
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Confident practitioner, ability to justify decisions with flexibility to change.
- Commitment to the highest possible standards of patient care.
- Ability to manage challenging and complex situations.
Desirable
- The ability to demonstrate some understanding and commitment to
- the principles of specialist palliative care, multi-disciplinary team
- working and the physical,
- emotional and psychosocial
- needs of the patient group.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Physiotherapy at degree or diploma level
- Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of post-qualification professional development
Desirable
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- 4 years post-qualification experience of acute, chronic, complex conditions including respiratory care, neurology and pain management
Desirable
- Community experience
- Recent experience within a comparable role
Specific Skills
Essential
- Good communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as an effective team member.
- Good organisational/time management skills and ability to co-ordinate workload.
- Demonstrate high standard of rehabilitation/clinical skills.
- Ability to adapt skills and techniques in response to specific patient needs.
Desirable
- Basic IT skills.
- Presentation/teaching skills.
- Moving and handling qualification.
- Teaching and presentation skills especially in Moving and Handling
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Confident practitioner, ability to justify decisions with flexibility to change.
- Commitment to the highest possible standards of patient care.
- Ability to manage challenging and complex situations.
Desirable
- The ability to demonstrate some understanding and commitment to
- the principles of specialist palliative care, multi-disciplinary team
- working and the physical,
- emotional and psychosocial
- needs of the patient group.
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification in Physiotherapy at degree or diploma level
- Registered with Health and Care Professions Council
- Evidence of post-qualification professional development
Desirable
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
