Job summary
Full-Time (37.5
hours) Physiotherapist - Neuro (BAND 6)
An exciting opportunity
has arisen within the Wakefield Community (MY Therapy) team to recruit an
experienced and highly motivated full-time Band 6 Neuro Physio
The MY Therapy team is
a large MDT incorporating Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dietitians
and Technical Instructors providing rehabilitation in patients own homes and also
our intermediate care bedded facility within the Wakefield District. The MY
Therapy Neuro service also runs out patient therapy clinics and group rehabilitation
classes across the district.
The successful candidate
will work within the services Neuro team to provide rehabilitation to
individuals with a neurological disorder preventing unnecessary admissions to
hospital and facilitating timely discharges from hospital. The MY Therapy
Neuro service comprises of an Early Supported Discharge (ESD) for Stroke
service and a Neurological Rehabilitation service.
The position will
provide an excellent opportunity to be involved in an established neuro rehab
team but also as part of a large rehabilitation service.
Please watch our Welcome to MY Therapy video to meet the team.
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdhd065vMU-xSemScF34uazEBtGOmLHAX
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the delivery of a
specialised Physiotherapy service within the Neurological rehabilitation
team of the MY Therapy rehabilitation service utilising in-depth theoretical and
clinical skills.
To independently and effectively self manage a
caseload of patients with complex needs within the Neurological rehabilitation
specialty using evidence based, client centred principles to assess, plan,
implement and evaluate interventions in order to minimise disability and
maximise independence for independent living.
To provide leadership, supervision, and
appraisal for junior and non-qualified staff and also students.
To participate in the planning, development and
evaluation of Physiotherapy Services within the MY Therapy service,
holding responsibility for defined projects.
To be flexible in your approach and use of
treatment media in order to work across various locations and settings as
determined by the needs of the Community Neurological Rehabilitation Service.
About us
We provide care and support to over half a million
people in Wakefield and Kirklees in their homes, in community settings and
across our three hospital sites at Pontefract, Dewsbury and Pinderfields (in
Wakefield).
Always striving for excellence, we are at the
forefront of innovation and research and we invest in teaching and the
development of our workforce.
We live by our values of caring, improving, being
respectful and maintaining high standards. We listen and learn because we aim
to make Mid Yorkshire the best place to work and the best place to receive care.
We have a clear vision, and you could be part of
this! If you share our values and you want to make a difference to the lives of
our patients and their families and carers, we would love to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties/Patient Contact
- To be professionally and legally accountable for
all aspects of own practice, including the management of individuals in your
care.
-
To effectively self manage a complex, multiple
caseload within the Community neurological rehabilitation speciality.
-
To know the professional and personal scope of
own practice and make referrals to other agencies.
-
To demonstrate specialist knowledge and
understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social,
psychological and clinical sciences in relation to Physiotherapy and neurological
rehabilitation.
- To
provide a rapid specialist Physiotherapy assessment and comprehensive risk
assessment, using a high level of clinical reasoning skills to formulate an
appropriate care pathway to prevent unnecessary hospital admission or
facilitate safe and timely discharges.
- To
be flexible to work in a variety of clinical settings i.e. Accident and
Emergency, Fracture Clinic, Medical Assessment unit, Residential/Nursing Home,
Resource Centres and in the community settings(patients home).
- To
be flexible to cover for the co-ordinator of Intermediate Care Service in times
of absence to act as a gate keeper to the services.
- To
provide a specialist Physiotherapy opinion to the co-ordination team on the
suitability and appropriateness of potential patients/referrals to the
Intermediate Care service and the neurological element of the service.
- Following
a comprehensive specialist Physiotherapy and risk assessment give accurate
feedback and advice to relevant staff i.e. GP, medical staff, nurses,
co-ordination, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Health Care Assistants
and family/carers.
-
To be responsible for the assessment,
prescription and evaluation of specialist equipment and adaptations for
patients with multiple and complex needs.
-
To demonstrate a detailed clinical knowledge of
a wide range of medical and neurological conditions.
-
To be able to use research, clinical reasoning
and problem solving skills to identify the therapeutic benefit of client
centered interventions and make professional judgements with individuals with
diverse or complex needs, or multiple problems according to outcome, changes in
patient needs and environmental influences.
-
To use specialist knowledge, training and
experience to plan and implement client centered individual and/or group
treatment programmes for people with complex physical, cognitive, mental health
and social needs.
-
To be able to formulate specific and appropriate
management plans including the setting of time scales to accurately prioritise
needs with individuals and the multi disciplinary team, in relation to
available resources and professional demands.
-
To monitor, analyse, evaluate and modify
Physiotherapy intervention and treatment in order to measure progress and ensure
effectiveness.
-
Using highly specialised knowledge, carry out
and supervise a variety of physical interventions that require a high level of
physical and manual dexterity.
-
To apply a high level of knowledge of the effect
of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and
adaptations to the individuals social and physical environment.
-
To work in a variety of environments, which may
include confined and unhygienic spaces that could present a risk to personal
health and safety.
-
When necessary, to be responsible for the
co-ordination of the individuals clinical care package.
-
To be a car driver and drive as required
throughout the day in all weather conditions.
Communication- To maintain confidentiality in line with Professional,
National and Trust standards and policies.
-
To facilitate, establish and maintain clear and
effective communication networks with a variety of people, professional and
external agencies. E.g. patients, carers, multi disciplinary team, Intermediate
Care etc
-
To communicate complex patient related
information to promote collaborative working with other colleagues across
health and social care to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated service
-
To adapt approach when information may be
sensitive, confidential or distressing or where there may be problems with
understanding due to physical, cognitive, psychological or social problems.
-
To instruct and educate patients, carers,
relatives, colleagues on the safe use of equipment, minor adaptations, treatment
techniques, moving & positioning.
-
To promote an understanding of the role of
Physiotherapy within the Neurological rehabilitation specialty and appropriate
related areas and agencies.
-
To use advanced levels of interpersonal skills
to negotiate with individuals in sensitive or volatile situations.
-
To lead and facilitate departmental and multi
disciplinary meetings as required by the Intermediate Care specialty and
Physiotherapy service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties/Patient Contact
- To be professionally and legally accountable for
all aspects of own practice, including the management of individuals in your
care.
-
To effectively self manage a complex, multiple
caseload within the Community neurological rehabilitation speciality.
-
To know the professional and personal scope of
own practice and make referrals to other agencies.
-
To demonstrate specialist knowledge and
understanding of the key concepts of biological, physical, social,
psychological and clinical sciences in relation to Physiotherapy and neurological
rehabilitation.
- To
provide a rapid specialist Physiotherapy assessment and comprehensive risk
assessment, using a high level of clinical reasoning skills to formulate an
appropriate care pathway to prevent unnecessary hospital admission or
facilitate safe and timely discharges.
- To
be flexible to work in a variety of clinical settings i.e. Accident and
Emergency, Fracture Clinic, Medical Assessment unit, Residential/Nursing Home,
Resource Centres and in the community settings(patients home).
- To
be flexible to cover for the co-ordinator of Intermediate Care Service in times
of absence to act as a gate keeper to the services.
- To
provide a specialist Physiotherapy opinion to the co-ordination team on the
suitability and appropriateness of potential patients/referrals to the
Intermediate Care service and the neurological element of the service.
- Following
a comprehensive specialist Physiotherapy and risk assessment give accurate
feedback and advice to relevant staff i.e. GP, medical staff, nurses,
co-ordination, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Health Care Assistants
and family/carers.
-
To be responsible for the assessment,
prescription and evaluation of specialist equipment and adaptations for
patients with multiple and complex needs.
-
To demonstrate a detailed clinical knowledge of
a wide range of medical and neurological conditions.
-
To be able to use research, clinical reasoning
and problem solving skills to identify the therapeutic benefit of client
centered interventions and make professional judgements with individuals with
diverse or complex needs, or multiple problems according to outcome, changes in
patient needs and environmental influences.
-
To use specialist knowledge, training and
experience to plan and implement client centered individual and/or group
treatment programmes for people with complex physical, cognitive, mental health
and social needs.
-
To be able to formulate specific and appropriate
management plans including the setting of time scales to accurately prioritise
needs with individuals and the multi disciplinary team, in relation to
available resources and professional demands.
-
To monitor, analyse, evaluate and modify
Physiotherapy intervention and treatment in order to measure progress and ensure
effectiveness.
-
Using highly specialised knowledge, carry out
and supervise a variety of physical interventions that require a high level of
physical and manual dexterity.
-
To apply a high level of knowledge of the effect
of disability and provide training and advice on lifestyle changes and
adaptations to the individuals social and physical environment.
-
To work in a variety of environments, which may
include confined and unhygienic spaces that could present a risk to personal
health and safety.
-
When necessary, to be responsible for the
co-ordination of the individuals clinical care package.
-
To be a car driver and drive as required
throughout the day in all weather conditions.
Communication- To maintain confidentiality in line with Professional,
National and Trust standards and policies.
-
To facilitate, establish and maintain clear and
effective communication networks with a variety of people, professional and
external agencies. E.g. patients, carers, multi disciplinary team, Intermediate
Care etc
-
To communicate complex patient related
information to promote collaborative working with other colleagues across
health and social care to ensure the delivery of a co-ordinated service
-
To adapt approach when information may be
sensitive, confidential or distressing or where there may be problems with
understanding due to physical, cognitive, psychological or social problems.
-
To instruct and educate patients, carers,
relatives, colleagues on the safe use of equipment, minor adaptations, treatment
techniques, moving & positioning.
-
To promote an understanding of the role of
Physiotherapy within the Neurological rehabilitation specialty and appropriate
related areas and agencies.
-
To use advanced levels of interpersonal skills
to negotiate with individuals in sensitive or volatile situations.
-
To lead and facilitate departmental and multi
disciplinary meetings as required by the Intermediate Care specialty and
Physiotherapy service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised professional practice educator course.
- Have completed a postgraduate qualification in the field of neurological rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Proven post-qualification experience
- Involvement in professional practice education.
- Experience of working within neurological rehabilitation or related area.
- Supervision of junior and/or support staff.
- Experience of having a lead role for designated projects.
Desirable
- Experience of a diverse range of clinical settings.
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Involvement in a relevant clinical special interest group.
skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to use complex communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques for patients with complex neurological disorders.
- Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to work autonomously and utilise supervision and formal appraisal systems.
- Be able to use research, reasoning and problem solving skills to determine appropriate actions.
- Be able to formulate specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales.
- Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate service provision.
Desirable
- Contributing to the development of students and other staff.
- Experience of using appropriate presentation skills.
- Experience of completion of leadership training e.g. LEO, ILM.
personal attributes
Essential
- A wide range of interpersonal skills including ability to prioritise, delegate, negotiate.
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working.
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks.
- Hold a valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle.
- Commitment to change management processes.
- Experience of using information technology.
knowledge and skills
Essential
- Know the key concepts of the biological, social, psychological and clinical sciences which are relevant to their profession -specific practice.
- Evidence of post-graduate study in the field of neurology.
- Awareness of factors that can influence team working.
- Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment.
- Evidence of the use of reflective practice for personal development.
- Awareness of National guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care provision.
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Involvement in research and audit.
- Awareness of the knowledge and skills framework.
Other
Essential
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently around the Wakefield District in line with service needs.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
- Have completed a recognised professional practice educator course.
- Have completed a postgraduate qualification in the field of neurological rehabilitation
Experience
Essential
- Proven post-qualification experience
- Involvement in professional practice education.
- Experience of working within neurological rehabilitation or related area.
- Supervision of junior and/or support staff.
- Experience of having a lead role for designated projects.
Desirable
- Experience of a diverse range of clinical settings.
- Experience of working in a community setting
- Involvement in a relevant clinical special interest group.
skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to use complex communication skills in a variety of settings.
- Be able to use appropriate assessment techniques for patients with complex neurological disorders.
- Be able to analyse and evaluate the information collected and formulate appropriate recommendations.
- Ability to work autonomously and utilise supervision and formal appraisal systems.
- Be able to use research, reasoning and problem solving skills to determine appropriate actions.
- Be able to formulate specific and appropriate management plans including the setting of timescales.
- Ability to develop, monitor and evaluate service provision.
Desirable
- Contributing to the development of students and other staff.
- Experience of using appropriate presentation skills.
- Experience of completion of leadership training e.g. LEO, ILM.
personal attributes
Essential
- A wide range of interpersonal skills including ability to prioritise, delegate, negotiate.
- Ability to demonstrate a flexible approach to working practice to facilitate effective team working.
- Ability to adapt to fluctuating environments and complex situations.
- Ability to work on own initiative and take responsibility for specific tasks.
- Hold a valid driving license and have access to a vehicle for work purposes.
Desirable
- Knowledge of the impact of disability and its effect on lifestyle.
- Commitment to change management processes.
- Experience of using information technology.
knowledge and skills
Essential
- Know the key concepts of the biological, social, psychological and clinical sciences which are relevant to their profession -specific practice.
- Evidence of post-graduate study in the field of neurology.
- Awareness of factors that can influence team working.
- Understand the need to establish and maintain a safe practice environment.
- Evidence of the use of reflective practice for personal development.
- Awareness of National guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care provision.
- Awareness of own limitations.
Desirable
- Involvement in research and audit.
- Awareness of the knowledge and skills framework.
Other
Essential
- Access to a vehicle with the ability to travel independently around the Wakefield District in line with service needs.
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.
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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
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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).
