Job summary
The opportunity has arisen for a band 6 developmental post in Pelvic Health. SCFT have been working alongside 2 other local Trusts as part of a Sussex wide perinatal pelvic health project to improve prevention, identification and treatment of pelvic health problems within the obstetric community. As an early implementer we have been given funding through the Sussex Local Maternity Neonatal Services (LMNS). This is a B6 developer, 1 year fixed term training role and we are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic HCPC registered physiotherapist who has relevant clinical experience, and is keen to extend their pelvic health knowledge and skills. Through training, supervision and competencies the opportunity will be available to develop skills in the assessment and treatment of obstetric, gynaecological and colorectal patients.
To start the post will be based at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital but there may be opportunity to work at other locations if required. The post is a 0.4 (15 hours) band 6.
Main duties of the job
This position offers:
Development
- Training will be provided to the successful applicant
- Daily opportunities for peer leaning working alongside Band 8a's, 7's and experienced Band 6's in clinic
- Attendance at Pelvic Health MDTs
- Opportunity to collaborate with the Pelvic Health services in neighbouring trusts
- Monthly one-to-one supervision sessions to guide personal and professional development
- Monthly departmental teaching sessions and journal clubs.
- Capacity to participate in service-wide development projects.
- Scope to frequently work alongside Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners from the neighbouring Musculoskeletal Team and First Contact Practitioners
- Collaboration with consultant-led Chronic Pain, Rheumatology and Physiotherapy MSK services.
About us
Variety and flexibility
- Access to excellent gym and hydrotherapy pool-based exercise rehabilitation facilities
West Sussex is an area of natural beauty surrounded by the South Downs National Park and bordered by the beautiful south coastline, highlighted by the Wittering's beach. This location is perfect for someone who enjoys the outdoors. It also has strong transport links to Brighton, London, Southampton and Portsmouth.
Who we are looking for:
A team member who has the ambition to develop their clinical skills and a desire to deliver compassionate care to the patients within our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Through training and competencies you will gain a caseload of MSK obstetric, gynaecological and colorectal patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Through training and competencies you will gain a caseload of MSK obstetric, gynaecological and colorectal patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Professional Registration
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy or overseas equivalent
- HPC Registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/CPD and reflective practice relevant to clinical specialty
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Up to date professional development portfolio (Health Professions Council)Please list qualifications and/or any professional registrations needed for the post.
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months post-qualification as a band 5 physiotherapist working within NHS physiotherapy department/s with experience treating ranges of musculoskeletal conditions
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/ or MDT
Desirable
- Experience of supervising less experienced staff/ Physiotherapy assistants and students
- Experience of working in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with physiotherapy and multi/interdisciplinary teams
- Presentation skills to physiotherapy colleagues
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology with particular reference to MSK specialty.
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for speciality. Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
- Able to plan and prioritise own workload efficiently
- Ability to delegate work to others Please list what skills and knowledge the post holder will need to demonstrate or develop to be able to do the job.
- Basic IT skills
- Good Communication skills
- Able to work collaboratively with the Team
- Committed to personal, team and service development
- Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to seek support as required.
- Can demonstrate motivation, drive, enthusiasm, flexibility, reliability, empathy and confidence
- Sensitive, empathetic manner.
- Positive and innovative in attitude
- Reliable
Desirable
- Ability to use specialist physiotherapy software such as Physio tools, Systm1 etc
Other requirements
Essential
- Able to work unsocial hours
- Able to travel between sites
Person Specification
Qualifications and/or Professional Registration
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy or overseas equivalent
- HPC Registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses/CPD and reflective practice relevant to clinical specialty
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- Up to date professional development portfolio (Health Professions Council)Please list qualifications and/or any professional registrations needed for the post.
Experience
Essential
- At least 12 months post-qualification as a band 5 physiotherapist working within NHS physiotherapy department/s with experience treating ranges of musculoskeletal conditions
- Experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and/ or MDT
Desirable
- Experience of supervising less experienced staff/ Physiotherapy assistants and students
- Experience of working in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with physiotherapy and multi/interdisciplinary teams
- Presentation skills to physiotherapy colleagues
- Basic working knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology with particular reference to MSK specialty.
- Basic knowledge of assessment and treatment tools for speciality. Competency and ability to assess and treat core patient caseload in specialist field
- Able to plan and prioritise own workload efficiently
- Ability to delegate work to others Please list what skills and knowledge the post holder will need to demonstrate or develop to be able to do the job.
- Basic IT skills
- Good Communication skills
- Able to work collaboratively with the Team
- Committed to personal, team and service development
- Able to work well with others and pass on skills and knowledge
- Able to maintain judgement under pressure
- Able to seek support as required.
- Can demonstrate motivation, drive, enthusiasm, flexibility, reliability, empathy and confidence
- Sensitive, empathetic manner.
- Positive and innovative in attitude
- Reliable
Desirable
- Ability to use specialist physiotherapy software such as Physio tools, Systm1 etc
Other requirements
Essential
- Able to work unsocial hours
- Able to travel between sites
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).
