Job summary
We are looking for a part time Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our friendly and supportive Community Therapy Team (CTT).
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be working in the Community Therapy Team based in SW Surrey covering Guildford and Waverley areas. We provide Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy to adults in their community, including those who have neurological conditions, frailty or have had orthopaedic surgery. Our main base is at Milford Hospital, with a satellite office at Guildford. The role involves providing rehabilitation to patients in their own homes and providing support to staff as required.
The post holder will be supported to further develop their knowledge and skills in their chosen area of speciality. They will have professional responsibility for themselves and for the staff they supervise. They will be expected to contribute to the on-going development of clinical practice, standards, research, as well as policies, protocols, guidelines and service development.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
We have received an overall Good rating from the CQC with Medical care (including older peoples care), End of Life Care and Maternity services being deemed Outstanding by the CQC.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5HsiGn9joTQ
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder should have previous experience in working with patients with Neurological, Musculoskeletal / Orthopaedic, and complex elderly conditions.
You will be expected to work with the team leaders to promote an efficient, effective and productive rehab pathway from triage to discharge.
You will need to be able to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team and be able to promote innovation and improvement within CTT. You must be well organised and an excellent communicator and be willing to work flexibly. Time management skills and the ability to deal with caseload/staff demands are essential.
Applicants must have HCPC registration to be considered for this post and have had experience working within the NHS in a clinical role. You will need to be able to travel independently between sites and to patients homes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder should have previous experience in working with patients with Neurological, Musculoskeletal / Orthopaedic, and complex elderly conditions.
You will be expected to work with the team leaders to promote an efficient, effective and productive rehab pathway from triage to discharge.
You will need to be able to work well as part of a multidisciplinary team and be able to promote innovation and improvement within CTT. You must be well organised and an excellent communicator and be willing to work flexibly. Time management skills and the ability to deal with caseload/staff demands are essential.
Applicants must have HCPC registration to be considered for this post and have had experience working within the NHS in a clinical role. You will need to be able to travel independently between sites and to patients homes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- BSc Physiotherapy (or above)
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Previous relevant NHS experience
- Evidence to support knowledge base in a specialist area.
Desirable
- Previous senior experience in specialty area
- Knowledge of systems used for data reporting and recording
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC registration
- BSc Physiotherapy (or above)
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
- Member of special interest group
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- Previous relevant NHS experience
- Evidence to support knowledge base in a specialist area.
Desirable
- Previous senior experience in specialty area
- Knowledge of systems used for data reporting and recording
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).
