Job summary
Due to successfully
securing funding to increase our offer to Perinatal patients we are excited to
advertise this B6 specialist role. We are looking to recruit an experienced
physiotherapist to join our growing Pelvic Health team.
The
successful applicant will be an experienced physiotherapist with a passion for
treating Pelvic Health patients and perinatal patients who may also have
associated musculoskeletal conditions. Experience in treating this cohort of
patients is desirable but not essential.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for:
- A flexible and motivated individual who is keen to help develop an existing service.
- Somone with some skills in treatment of Perinatal and Pelvic Health patients with a desire to develop these skills in a nurturing and supportive environment.
Continued professional and personal development is strongly encouraged and the post holder will be part of an active in-service training programme.
About us
Do you want to be part of an organisation that was rated best provider of NHS care to work for nationwide? (2023 staff survey results)
First Community is a staff owned
social enterprise rated Good by CQC, which delivers NHS community services across
east Surrey and parts of West Sussex. We
are looking for individuals who share our values First-rate care, First-rate people,
First-rate value.
First Community is a great place
to work, everyone has a voice and is supported to develop their career to its
full potential. We offer all our staff: NHS terms and conditions, high quality
training and development opportunities, flexible working to enable a good work
life balance, an inclusive and friendly work environment, an NHS pension,
flexible retirement options and various employee benefits.
Please talk to us before applying
or at interview about the flexibility you need. We may not be able to meet your
needs exactly, but we do promise to fully consider your request and meet your needs
where possible. Please note, flexible working options may vary depending on the
role.
At First Community we welcome
applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+
candidates and candidates with disabilities. We ensure that all applicants are
treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process,
including the consideration of reasonable adjustments.
Sustainability is integral to
First Community achieving the NHS Net Zero target.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for:
- Assessing and treating
own caseload of patients who may have complex presentations whilst maintaining
own records as an autonomous practitioner.
- Treating a mixed caseload of Pelvic Health
outpatients presenting with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and perinatal patients
with musculoskeletal conditions, including patients who may also present with
significant physical impairments and psychological issues.
- Providing a high standard
of clinical work which will also include teaching and the supervision of junior
staff, assistants and students.
- Deputising for the Clinical
Specialist in Pelvic Health.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder is
responsible for:
- Assessing and treating
own caseload of patients who may have complex presentations whilst maintaining
own records as an autonomous practitioner.
- Treating a mixed caseload of Pelvic Health
outpatients presenting with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and perinatal patients
with musculoskeletal conditions, including patients who may also present with
significant physical impairments and psychological issues.
- Providing a high standard
of clinical work which will also include teaching and the supervision of junior
staff, assistants and students.
- Deputising for the Clinical
Specialist in Pelvic Health.
Please see job description and person specification document attached for full details.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Articulate with good communication skills
- IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Presentation skills
Desirable
- Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Reliable
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Desirable
- Able to work unsocial hours
- Ability to travel between sites
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and MSK pathology
Desirable
- Knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for management of Pelvic Health patients
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post-qualification as a Band 5 physiotherapist, covering a broad range of experience including musculoskeletal outpatients
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/or MDT
Desirable
- Experience of working with Pelvic Health patients
- Evidence of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Experience of leading patient education sessions
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Post-graduate training relevant to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Member of CSP special interest group
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Articulate with good communication skills
- IT skills
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Presentation skills
Desirable
- Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
Other
Essential
- Committed to personal and team development
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Sensitive, empathetic manner
- Reliable
- Motivated and enthusiastic
Desirable
- Able to work unsocial hours
- Ability to travel between sites
Knowledge
Essential
- Working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and MSK pathology
Desirable
- Knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for management of Pelvic Health patients
Experience
Essential
- 12 months post-qualification as a Band 5 physiotherapist, covering a broad range of experience including musculoskeletal outpatients
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/or MDT
Desirable
- Experience of working with Pelvic Health patients
- Evidence of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Experience of leading patient education sessions
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/diploma equivalent
- HCPC Registration
- Evidence of CPD
- Post-graduate training relevant to clinical speciality
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Member of CSP special interest group
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).
