Job summary
We
are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to work within
the Childrens Community Physiotherapy Team in BNSSG - based in South
Gloucestershire. You would have the opportunity to work within our Early Years
Service and mainstream schools and our Special schools, depending on your skill
set or the area of work you would like to develop.
You
would be working as part of the wider physiotherapy and multi- disciplinary
teams. We work as an integrated service
with our OT colleagues and Speech and Language therapists within Early
Years, also working closely with the
paediatricians, Bristol Childrens Hospital and running joint clinics with our
orthopaedic surgeons within the community
As
a wider physiotherapy team we have Clinical Specialties such as, Tone
Management, Postural Management, Gait clinics, Hydrotherapy, Serial Casting and
DCD. In these posts you will be part of one of these, developing skills
alongside our Specialty Leads. We are committed to regular training and
development and we have a well-established monthly Integrated In-Service
Training Program, as well a broad range of internal management and development
courses. External training courses are also funded when appropriate.
It
is essential to have had experience as a paediatric physiotherapist, preferably
NHS experience.
For more information please see the full job description attached.
Main duties of the job
To
work as an autonomous practitioner, to provide high quality, evidenced- based
assessments relevant to childrens therapy and practice, to children and young
people, often with Complex Needs
To
use clinical reasoning skills to assess, plan, implement and evaluate
child-centred intervention, using an evidence-based practice approach
To
provide an in depth analysis of the assessment and facts in order to compare a
range of options for appropriate specialist intervention and programmes and to
contribute to a differential diagnosis when necessary
To
demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practices, clear
care plans and outcomes measure
To provide education to service users about
their condition and the role of therapy services in conjunction with other
service professionals
To identify service users needs and involve the
young person and family in all treatment goal setting. To be mindful of the
implication of recommendations for the service users (families or carers)
To
provide specialist advice, teaching, training or demonstration related to
clinical expertise to relevant carers and colleagues to ensure the advice given
is fully integrated into a daily routine
About us
We are Sirona care & health, a Community Interest Company committed to providing local communities with a range of high-quality specialist health care services across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire. For us, its about the personal approach; we take pride in what we do and deliver the high standard of care that we would expect for ourselves and our families.
At Sirona, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of colleagues, service users and communities. We therefore welcome applications from all those who feel they have the skills and attributes we are seeking.
Benefits:
We offer NHS Agenda for Change Salary, Terms and Conditions and an NHS pension scheme plus much more! Please see the benefits leaflet attached to this advert for more details.
Additional Information:
Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received prior to the advertised closing date.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position is part time 30 hours per week - Tuesday to Friday 830-1630 0900-1700
Closing Date: 06.06.23
Interview Date:15.06.23
If you have any questions please contact us on the number or email provided
Sirona
care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through
an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to
applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any
direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in
the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm
what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position is part time 30 hours per week - Tuesday to Friday 830-1630 0900-1700
Closing Date: 06.06.23
Interview Date:15.06.23
If you have any questions please contact us on the number or email provided
Sirona
care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through
an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to
applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any
direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in
the UK. If you currently reside in the UK, and are on a visa, please confirm
what type of visa you hold, or confirm if you require sponsorship.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience of working with children with needs across a range of core areas relevant to the post e.g. neurology, learning disabilities, outpatients, community, complex needs, Autism, Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development in areas applicable to the post
- Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner e.g., caseload management, prioritising cases, effective organisation and time management skills
- Experience of working as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)
- To be able to select and carry out appropriate assessment and in-depth observation combined with appropriate discussions / liaison to form a differential diagnosis
- To be able to assess and provide intervention for more complex cases in area of speciality, with clinical support from more senior clinicians
- To be able to select, set and evaluate appropriate, individualised and relevant therapy goals / treatment plans / outcome measures alongside the patient and parent / carer
- Ability to signpost to other appropriate professionals and services
- Effective and clear written and verbal communication skills, even when there may be communication barriers. For example: presenting and receiving information, to / from MDT staff, other agencies, education staff, families and / or service users, writing reports and treatment plans, writing EHCP contributions (with manager support), sharing sensitive diagnostic and prognostic information with families, demonstrating interventions.
- Experience of supervising less experienced members of staff
- Awareness of professional limits and remit and able to seek advice and clinical supervision from senior members of staff as appropriate.
- Ability to act on constructive comment
- Experience of carrying out moderate to intense physical efforts throughout the working day and carrying out concurrent activities (PT/OT)
- Experience in understanding clinical governance, audit, research and quality issues and their implications for services
- Ability to travel and be able to transport necessary equipment for community visits
- An awareness and appreciation of a range of cultures and ethnicities and how these may affect service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of working in an emotionally stressful environment with patients with life limiting or progressive conditions
- Experience of providing specialist support to children with complex motor and / or communication needs
- Knowledge / experience of the use of specialist paediatric equipment and manual handling guidelines
- Evidence of attendance or additional training in area of specialism
- Willingness to undertake additional study and qualifications relevant to the post
- Experience delegating appropriately to support staff
- Experience of developing and delivering training to other members of staff / parents / carers / other professionals
- Application of health, safety and risk management policies
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy Therapy as recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Post graduate training appropriate to the field of Children's Physiotherapy ie APCP courses
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Post-qualification experience of working with children with needs across a range of core areas relevant to the post e.g. neurology, learning disabilities, outpatients, community, complex needs, Autism, Trauma and Orthopaedics
- Evidence of ongoing continued professional development in areas applicable to the post
- Experience of working as an autonomous practitioner e.g., caseload management, prioritising cases, effective organisation and time management skills
- Experience of working as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)
- To be able to select and carry out appropriate assessment and in-depth observation combined with appropriate discussions / liaison to form a differential diagnosis
- To be able to assess and provide intervention for more complex cases in area of speciality, with clinical support from more senior clinicians
- To be able to select, set and evaluate appropriate, individualised and relevant therapy goals / treatment plans / outcome measures alongside the patient and parent / carer
- Ability to signpost to other appropriate professionals and services
- Effective and clear written and verbal communication skills, even when there may be communication barriers. For example: presenting and receiving information, to / from MDT staff, other agencies, education staff, families and / or service users, writing reports and treatment plans, writing EHCP contributions (with manager support), sharing sensitive diagnostic and prognostic information with families, demonstrating interventions.
- Experience of supervising less experienced members of staff
- Awareness of professional limits and remit and able to seek advice and clinical supervision from senior members of staff as appropriate.
- Ability to act on constructive comment
- Experience of carrying out moderate to intense physical efforts throughout the working day and carrying out concurrent activities (PT/OT)
- Experience in understanding clinical governance, audit, research and quality issues and their implications for services
- Ability to travel and be able to transport necessary equipment for community visits
- An awareness and appreciation of a range of cultures and ethnicities and how these may affect service delivery
Desirable
- Experience of working in an emotionally stressful environment with patients with life limiting or progressive conditions
- Experience of providing specialist support to children with complex motor and / or communication needs
- Knowledge / experience of the use of specialist paediatric equipment and manual handling guidelines
- Evidence of attendance or additional training in area of specialism
- Willingness to undertake additional study and qualifications relevant to the post
- Experience delegating appropriately to support staff
- Experience of developing and delivering training to other members of staff / parents / carers / other professionals
- Application of health, safety and risk management policies
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Physiotherapy Therapy as recognised by the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Post graduate training appropriate to the field of Children's Physiotherapy ie APCP courses
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).
