Job summary
Our staff feel the trust offers progression from within and that they are valued as individuals. The therapies department places an emphasis on supportive learning and the sharing of knowledge and practices across all professional groups.
We are now looking for new team members to compliment the current well-established team! We are looking forward to showing you what we have to offer you soon.
Please visit the video link below to provide you with an insight as to why you should come and join our fantastic therapy department at MTW!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GhVNSbkYkX8
As a band 7 Orthopaedic Physiotherapist be a source of highly specialist knowledge and clinical expertise in order to jointly lead the rehabilitation of patients in the orthopaedic wards and in our elective centres including the new Kent and Medway Orthopaedic centre We are also inviting applications from those with Band 6 level NHS experience who are ready to develop Band 7 level competence.
The department are not able to support international recruits within this specialty at this time
Main duties of the job
You will have experience of working as part of an MDT and ensuring the clinical development of yourself and others and will demonstrate the ability to case manage through an understanding of the full patient pathway. You will be supported by experienced senior staff and will have the opportunity to develop both clinically and managerially, working with junior staff and students, depending on your level of experience.
We offer a friendly and supportive working environment which actively supports Continuing Professional Development, through an established appraisal system, in-service training, and post graduate library facilities. You will be required to travel between the sites of Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. You will be part of a 7 day service providing orthopaedic physiotherapy
About us
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust's core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients - the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please email mtw-tr.professionalstandards@nhs.net if this is problematic)and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atEnhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC State Registered Physiotherapist
- Post graduate training to MSc level or equivalent in Orthopaedics or Musculoskeletal
Desirable
- Member of a professional body (CSP)
- Member of a special interest group
- Accredited Clinical Educator
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in the NHS, including working at a senior level within orthopaedics
- Previous experience of managing junior staff & student supervision/education
- Evidence of validated post graduate courses/CPD
- Supervisory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness/experience in clinical audits and research
- Evidence of CPD at Master's level
- Evidence of team management responsibilities
- Understanding of role of physiotherapy within current evolving health environment
Desirable
- Actively involved in teaching to MDT
Skills
Essential
- Keep legible and accurate records including use of POMR format
- Ability to work in an unpredictable working pattern
- Pro-active in service development
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Understanding of quality issues
- Experience/knowledge of working in Primary and Secondary care
- Advanced IT Skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC State Registered Physiotherapist
- Post graduate training to MSc level or equivalent in Orthopaedics or Musculoskeletal
Desirable
- Member of a professional body (CSP)
- Member of a special interest group
- Accredited Clinical Educator
Experience
Essential
- Post graduate experience in the NHS, including working at a senior level within orthopaedics
- Previous experience of managing junior staff & student supervision/education
- Evidence of validated post graduate courses/CPD
- Supervisory experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness/experience in clinical audits and research
- Evidence of CPD at Master's level
- Evidence of team management responsibilities
- Understanding of role of physiotherapy within current evolving health environment
Desirable
- Actively involved in teaching to MDT
Skills
Essential
- Keep legible and accurate records including use of POMR format
- Ability to work in an unpredictable working pattern
- Pro-active in service development
- Basic IT skills
Desirable
- Understanding of quality issues
- Experience/knowledge of working in Primary and Secondary care
- Advanced IT Skills
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
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).
