Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated and skilled individual to join us as a full time Band 6 physiotherapist within the Milton Keynes Neurological Conditions Service for a fixed-term 12 month period.
We work in partnership with people with neurological conditions, their families and / or carers.
The team provide time-limited input, supporting people to work towards meaningful goals, facilitating independence, promoting safety and function, enhancing quality of life and empowering service users to self-manage their neurological condition.
For further details or informal visits please contact Katy Hunter or Katie Child, Lead Physiotherapists on 01908 724633 / 01908 724613/ 01908 725038 katy.hunter3@nhs.net or katie.child@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
You will need to be a confident autonomous practitioner and an effective team player, with proven experience of working within a rehabilitation setting, including neurological rehabilitation.
High level communication and interpersonal skills are required for this post.
About us
We are a friendly, supportive team and you will be provided with regular supervision and opportunities for continuous professional development.
You will be working alongside experienced and specialist neurological Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech therapists, and Rehabilitation Assistants as part of a Multi-disciplinary team (MDT), also working collaboratively with The Neuro Clinical Specialist Team, and other health and social care professionals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide specialist holistic and physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex physical, cognitive and psychological neurological presentations in outpatient, domiciliary and community settings (including patients own homes, care homes, leisure facilities as required) which can be from point of early diagnosis through to end of life care.
To develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes.
To hold responsibility for own caseload working without direct supervision.
Please refer to attached job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide specialist holistic and physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse and complex physical, cognitive and psychological neurological presentations in outpatient, domiciliary and community settings (including patients own homes, care homes, leisure facilities as required) which can be from point of early diagnosis through to end of life care.
To develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes.
To hold responsibility for own caseload working without direct supervision.
Please refer to attached job description for further details.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree or equivalent Physiotherapy professional qualification
- UK Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development training (CPD) relevant to neurological conditions or neurological treatment approaches.
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Interest Group (e.g. ACPIN)
- Completion of normal movement or movement science courses.
Previous experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience working in core areas of physiotherapy including neurology, musculoskeletal, respiratory and rehabilitation.
- Experience of supervision & training of assistants or students.
- Managing caseload of an area/ward including daily communication/interaction with all relevant parties.
Desirable
- Undertaken or participated in a service delivery project, quality improvement project or audit
- Previous experience working as a band 6 specialist neurological physiohtherapist
- Experience of working in the community
Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics
Essential
- Able to demonstrate CNWL values: compassion, respect, empowerment, partnership.
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills; ability to adapt accordingly.
- Team worker
- Able to work under pressure and be flexible.
Desirable
- Promotes and advocates for the neurological population.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Sound therapeutic and clinical knowledge about common neurological conditions.
- IT literacy / presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own caseload whilst managing others/ other service needs.
- Ability to formulate clear problem lists, treatment plans and goals.
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant specialist treatment and adjuncts such as: spasticity management; vestibular rehabilitation, splinting or casting; posture and seating systems; FES; aquatic physiotherapy.
- Undertaking of a clinical audit and/or quality improvement project.
Other
Essential
- Full & current UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Physiotherapy degree or equivalent Physiotherapy professional qualification
- UK Health and Care Professions Council Registration
- Evidence of relevant post-registration professional development training (CPD) relevant to neurological conditions or neurological treatment approaches.
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Interest Group (e.g. ACPIN)
- Completion of normal movement or movement science courses.
Previous experience
Essential
- Previous NHS experience working in core areas of physiotherapy including neurology, musculoskeletal, respiratory and rehabilitation.
- Experience of supervision & training of assistants or students.
- Managing caseload of an area/ward including daily communication/interaction with all relevant parties.
Desirable
- Undertaken or participated in a service delivery project, quality improvement project or audit
- Previous experience working as a band 6 specialist neurological physiohtherapist
- Experience of working in the community
Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics
Essential
- Able to demonstrate CNWL values: compassion, respect, empowerment, partnership.
- Excellent communication and problem solving skills; ability to adapt accordingly.
- Team worker
- Able to work under pressure and be flexible.
Desirable
- Promotes and advocates for the neurological population.
Skills and knowledge
Essential
- Sound therapeutic and clinical knowledge about common neurological conditions.
- IT literacy / presentation skills.
- Ability to organise and prioritise own caseload whilst managing others/ other service needs.
- Ability to formulate clear problem lists, treatment plans and goals.
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant specialist treatment and adjuncts such as: spasticity management; vestibular rehabilitation, splinting or casting; posture and seating systems; FES; aquatic physiotherapy.
- Undertaking of a clinical audit and/or quality improvement project.
Other
Essential
- Full & current UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Neurological Conditions Services, Bletchley Community Hospital
Whalley Drive
Bletchley, Milton Keynes
MK3 6EN
Employer's website
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)
