Job responsibilities
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More detail about the role
- To be responsible for their own workload within the designated clinical area; for the assessment and treatment of patients on a day-to-day basis, including acute respiratory deterioration; management and supervision of the physiotherapy team and students on placement.
- To be responsible for teaching and leadership within the General Medicine Physiotherapy team
- To deputise appropriately in the absence of the clinical lead physiotherapist on the rotation.
- To be flexible to support occupational therapy and physiotherapy colleagues in ensuring safe and timely discharge when working in inpatient areas.
- To actively assist in the smooth running of the service throughout the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
- To provide service to other areas of the Trust when operational pressure require it.
- To provide cover at weekends and Bank Holidays on a rota participating in seven day working as required.
The post-holder is responsible for providing clinical expertise to patients across the Renal & Oncology wards. The post holder will work closely with the Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists across the department to provide an effective interdisciplinary service for all patients within these specialist areas.
The post-holder will assess and treat patients with complex conditions including acute admissions and chronic and life-limiting cases. Clinical responsibilities include gathering comprehensive baseline data as part of the assessment process, developing and implementing patient specific plans, assessing and managing acute respiratory patients, supporting their rehabilitation and liaising with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective discharge or transfer to on-going services within the patient pathway as appropriate.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare Foundation Trust has a passion for pursuing perfection across all areas of its services. We are a welcoming Trust, focussed on valuing a persons differences and encouraging them to grow and flourish in their role in healthcare. The role comes with the added benefit of being in a modern city with a wide range of leisure activities and entertainment facilities. Based within the heart of beautiful Devon and just off the M5, Exeter has a lot to offer, with a stunning coastline and picturesque moors within throwing distance of the city.
Working Pattern: The hours will be worked over 3 days. The post-holder must be available to work on a Monday and Tuesday and also able to work on the wards at weekends on a rota basis (approximate frequency is 1 day every 4 weekends). There is an expectation that the successful candidate will participate in the emergency on-call respiratory physiotherapy rota.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
For further information please contact: Ellie Faulkner, Clinical Lead Physiotherapist on 07591 947401 or eleanor.faulkner@nhs.net
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. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
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 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
Benefits
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'll help you get there.
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're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You'll 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'd love to hear from you.
