Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic skilled clinician and leader to join our forward-thinking Cancer Physiotherapy service at Guy's Cancer Centre. You will work within jointly-run physiotherapy and occupational therapy clinics, as well as uni-professional-run clinics, conducting advanced assessments and delivering interventions to facilitate patients' cancer rehabilitation post-cancer diagnosis.
The post holder will also work closely with specialist physiotherapists working in cancer care and will develop close links with other allied health professionals (AHP); physicians; surgeons and nursing leads within the Cancer and Surgery Directorate.
You will have the opportunity to further develop your clinical and leadership skills, supported by a Consultant Physiotherapist, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapists, Deputy and Clinical Lead Rehabilitation Physiotherapist, and as a wider member of the B7 cancer rehabilitation team.
This post is a fantastic opportunity for if you are looking to further your career in cancer rehabilitation.
Main duties of the job
The post holders will clinically lead in delivering high-quality cancer rehabilitation, exercise prescription, educational, and symptom care programs related to side effects of treatment (such as breathlessness, fatigue, bone health, deconditioning, neuropathy, pain, etc.) for oncology and haematology conditions across the Dietz cancer rehabilitation continuum.
Asa Band 7 service lead, you will be committed to training, supervising, and supporting the career development of your junior colleagues and students, as well as managing the team. You will demonstrate drive and enthusiasm to lead and contribute to service improvement initiatives through project work, involving both patients and staff.
About us
At Guys & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, we are committed to providing you with:
- Professional expert advice, including access to our Professional Leads in our Community and Hospital settings
- An annual appraisal and personal development plan (PDR)
- Structured in-service development programs and regular supervision
- Support to undertake research, audit and service evaluation
- Training links to London Southbank and King's College Universities
- Support to develop your skills in preparation and presentation (for teaching)
This excellent opportunity is ideal if you're wanting to progress into a senior role or consolidate and develop further in your career.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification documentation for further information on the role and its requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specification documentation for further information on the role and its requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Attendance at post graduate courses
- Continued Professional Development including evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Masters level or equivalent training in specialist area
- Post graduate courses in Management
- Leadership Training
Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply Clinical Governance principles to practice
- Demonstrates ethical reasoning and critical reflection.
- Demonstrates clinical Leadership skills and excellent team building skills
- Ability to work autonomously acting decisively on behalf of self and others
Desirable
- Experience with excel spreadsheets and data analysis/ reporting
- Management and operational training
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 level in a broad range of settings including oncology out-patients, long term conditions and rehabilitation
- Experience of managing other Physiotherapists, Assistants, Technical Instructors and Students
- Experience of teaching in a clinical setting including Physiotherapists and the wider MDT
- Significant experience of working as an integral member of a Physiotherapy and Multi-Disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in cancer out-patient at Band 7
- Experience of research practice and methodology
- Experience of lecturing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Attendance at post graduate courses
- Continued Professional Development including evidence of reflective practice
Desirable
- Masters level or equivalent training in specialist area
- Post graduate courses in Management
- Leadership Training
Skills
Essential
- Ability to apply Clinical Governance principles to practice
- Demonstrates ethical reasoning and critical reflection.
- Demonstrates clinical Leadership skills and excellent team building skills
- Ability to work autonomously acting decisively on behalf of self and others
Desirable
- Experience with excel spreadsheets and data analysis/ reporting
- Management and operational training
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience at Band 6 level in a broad range of settings including oncology out-patients, long term conditions and rehabilitation
- Experience of managing other Physiotherapists, Assistants, Technical Instructors and Students
- Experience of teaching in a clinical setting including Physiotherapists and the wider MDT
- Significant experience of working as an integral member of a Physiotherapy and Multi-Disciplinary team
Desirable
- Previous experience in cancer out-patient at Band 7
- Experience of research practice and methodology
- Experience of lecturing
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).
