Job summary
We are looking for a forward thinking , dynamic team player who is already HCPC registered and has an interest in developing further experience in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy. You should have previous experience in Pelvic Health (either as a student or a qualified member of staff), the ability to work within an MDT and manage an independent caseload of sometimes complex patients. To be able to assess, diagnose, plan and deliver treatment programmes to patients in your care.
As part of a large Women's hospital, our lively multi-disciplinary department is committed to providing excellent patient focused care. You will supported closely by a multi-disciplinary team allowing you to develop clinical knowledge and skills. We are committed to CPD and provide tailored IST programmes, an active peer support group and regular appraisals.
A normal week will involve working across both in-patients and out-patients in a Women's Hospital, assessing and treating patients who are post-operatively or postnatal and women with musculoskeletal problems during their pregnancy. The post holder will also be supported to hold an out-patient Gynaecology caseload, with full training and support from Senior Team Members.
Main duties of the job
To be able to competently assess patients and identify problems and agree objectives of treatment with the patient
To clinically reason, plan and carry out appropriate treatment programmes and techniques using evidence based practice, and identify safe and timely discharge plans.
To plan and prioritise own workload according to clinical need, and discuss relevant issues as required with a senior member of staff.
To understand the roles and work with the wider MDT.
To maintain confidentiality, dignity and professionalism at all times.
Have excellent communication skills with patients, families and the MDT
Maintain a high standard of documentation
To work well as part of a therapy team and the wider MDT
About us
MFT is England's largest NHS Trust with a turnover of £2.5bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We're creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year.
Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 28,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you'll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary.
We've also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our brand-new Electronic Patient Record system which we've launched in September 2022.
We're proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What's more, we're excited to be embarking on our new Green Plan which will set out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable.At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guide that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not currently a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated, there is helpful advice and information available by searching on the NHS England website where you can also find out more about how to access the vaccination.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team at resourcing@mft.nhs.uk.
Were looking forward to hearing from you!
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised BSC Honours degree in physiotherapy or equivalent
- State registration via Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of pelvic health
- Knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. Manual Handling, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy/Health and Care Professionals Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, CPR, Equality and Diversity
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development
- Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working
- Aware of the principles of audit, research, clinical effectiveness and evidence based practice
- Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding practices relevant to the clinical area
- Experience of NHS working
Desirable
- Member of POGP or similar organisation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Awareness of role of Pelvic Health physio
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised BSC Honours degree in physiotherapy or equivalent
- State registration via Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Registered member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of pelvic health
- Knowledge of local and national policies and procedures e.g. Manual Handling, Chartered Society of Physiotherapy/Health and Care Professionals Council Code of Conduct/Ethics, Health and Safety, Infection Control, CPR, Equality and Diversity
- Evidence of Continual Professional Development
- Experience of and commitment to interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary team working
- Aware of the principles of audit, research, clinical effectiveness and evidence based practice
- Demonstrate knowledge of safeguarding practices relevant to the clinical area
- Experience of NHS working
Desirable
- Member of POGP or similar organisation
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills
- Good organisational / planning / prioritisation skills
Desirable
- Awareness of role of Pelvic Health physio
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).
