Job summary
Livewell Southwest is one of the largest independent social enterprises in England. We work as part of the NHS family in a similar way to GPs, dentists and pharmacies. Our 3,000-strong workforce delivers health and social care to people in Plymouth, South Hams and West Devon, as well as specialist services to people living in parts of Cornwall and Devon. Livewell Southwest champions a positive work-life balance and offers multiple flexible working options.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join an innovative Multi- Disciplinary Team where patient centred care is paramount,Livewell Southwest are currently looking for Band 6 Physiotherapist to work within the Discharge to Assess Pathway. Working alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapist, Nurses, Therapy support workers and Social care Practitioners, the role requires you to undertake functional and statutory assessments on behalf of Livewell Southwest.
Discharge to access follow the national Home First model of practice, providing rehabilitation to patients within their own homes and a variety of care settings. As a team we are passionate in supporting
people to live as independently as possible, our PT's are a fundamental to the DTA MDT, assessing and treating a variety of conditions e.g. neurological, long term conditions, orthopaedic, frail elderly, multi-pathology, falls, respiratory.
Livewell Southwest is fully committed to an integrated health and social care workforce which operates a shared skills model
Main duties of the job
As a Physiotherapist in DTA you will be able to work as an autonomous proactive professional holding your own caseload of complex patients while working as part of, and supported by, the highly skilled MDT.
You will
gain great satisfaction in using your therapeutic skills, in collaboration with
trusted health and social care colleagues, to work with patients during their
reablement journey.
We have many exciting projects, opportunities to expand and develop skills and your career within the service.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in education and management of junior staff and students, and have the opportunity to develop clinical and managerial skills whilst working with a complex and varied caseload. You will also be encouraged to participate and lead on your own, and others, service improvement ideas.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to gain holistic assessment skills and knowledge in a supportive highly skilled multi-disciplinary team or someone wishing to transition from the Acute to Community setting.
If you are interested in finding out more then please contact DTA Clinical Lead Michelle Davies on 07503348912
Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route.
Please note that Livewell may close the job advertisement earlier than the specified deadline if a high number of applications are submitted.
All LWS staff are expected to be able and willing to work across a 7 day service
About us
Livewell Southwest is an independent, award-winning social
enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across
Plymouth, South Hams, and West Devon, with specialist services in parts of
Devon and Cornwall. Our teams work in community hospitals, GP practices, sports
centres, and health hubs.
As an organisation with a strong social conscience we are guided by our values,kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and
collaboration. We focus on transforming services to ensure sustainability, while
empowering staff and those we serve.
We involve the people we care for, along with their families and carers, in
shaping the care they receive, striving to deliver the right care at the right
time and place. Centering our work on individual needs helps people lead
healthy, independent lives.
We prioritise employees' development, offering protected CPD time, training
pathways, leadership programs, and funding for qualifications like the Care
Certificate and Nurse Training Scholarships. Our induction and preceptorship
programs ensure a smooth transition into our organisation.
Livewell Southwest values diversity and encourages applications from all
sections of the community, including those with armed forces experience, lived experience of mental
health, neuro-diverse conditions and learning disabilities. If you need assistance or reasonable adjustments during the
application process, contact the Recruiting Manager listed in the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As Band 6 Physiotherapist you will play a critical role in the Discharge to Assess multidisciplinary team, covering.
We will consider applications for people seeking full and part time posts and flexible hours.
Work with the wider MDT to provide specialist Physiotherapy assessments and interventions
To provide a specialist, high quality physiotherapy service within DTA.
To provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and education to individuals who come through the Discharge to Assess process who may have a range of conditions and presentations.
To provide advice, signposting, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, patients, carers, relatives, or other non-professional contacts.
To be an integral member of the MDT providing education, training and dissemination of information to all healthcare professionals.
To be an autonomous practitioner, holding a caseload and working without direct supervision.
To continue own professional development in line with HCPC regulations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As Band 6 Physiotherapist you will play a critical role in the Discharge to Assess multidisciplinary team, covering.
We will consider applications for people seeking full and part time posts and flexible hours.
Work with the wider MDT to provide specialist Physiotherapy assessments and interventions
To provide a specialist, high quality physiotherapy service within DTA.
To provide specialist physiotherapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and education to individuals who come through the Discharge to Assess process who may have a range of conditions and presentations.
To provide advice, signposting, guidance and information to health and social care professionals, patients, carers, relatives, or other non-professional contacts.
To be an integral member of the MDT providing education, training and dissemination of information to all healthcare professionals.
To be an autonomous practitioner, holding a caseload and working without direct supervision.
To continue own professional development in line with HCPC regulations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - BSc (Hons) or equivalent Physiotherapist qualification
- - Registered Physiotherapist with Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- - Evidence of on-going education / professional development
- - Computer literate
- - Recognised qualification in written and spoken English if this is not first language
Desirable
- - Evidence of on-going education / professional development
- - Computer literate
- - Clinical educator
- - Recognised qualification in written and spoken English if this is not first language
Experience
Essential
- - Experience of working flexibly within a MDT
- - Clinical experience in health or social care / experience in PT approaches and treatment planning
- - Experience of multi-pathology assessment / home and community assessment
- - Experience of effective caseload management and discharge planning
- - Experience of management, leadership and supervisory skills
- - Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
- - Documented evidence of CPD
Desirable
- - Experience of working with staff from other agencies
- - Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or assistants
- - Experience of written risk assessment in a variety of settings
- - Experience of standard prescription wheelchairs / static seating and pressure care
- - Experience of posture and positioning
- - Knowledge and use of complex manual handling planning techniques including written manual handling plans
- - Experience of innovation and supporting service development projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - BSc (Hons) or equivalent Physiotherapist qualification
- - Registered Physiotherapist with Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- - Evidence of on-going education / professional development
- - Computer literate
- - Recognised qualification in written and spoken English if this is not first language
Desirable
- - Evidence of on-going education / professional development
- - Computer literate
- - Clinical educator
- - Recognised qualification in written and spoken English if this is not first language
Experience
Essential
- - Experience of working flexibly within a MDT
- - Clinical experience in health or social care / experience in PT approaches and treatment planning
- - Experience of multi-pathology assessment / home and community assessment
- - Experience of effective caseload management and discharge planning
- - Experience of management, leadership and supervisory skills
- - Ability to work autonomously and set own priorities
- - Documented evidence of CPD
Desirable
- - Experience of working with staff from other agencies
- - Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or assistants
- - Experience of written risk assessment in a variety of settings
- - Experience of standard prescription wheelchairs / static seating and pressure care
- - Experience of posture and positioning
- - Knowledge and use of complex manual handling planning techniques including written manual handling plans
- - Experience of innovation and supporting service development projects
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.
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.
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).
