Job summary
We are inviting applications Physiotherapists interested to cover for 12 months in the LSCIC Therapy Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who would like to extend their service development and clinical spinal cord injury expertise. Secondments for those looking to enhance their skills and take them back to their existing working environment will be considered.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will manage a caseload of inpatients and outpatient treatment episodes, as part of our life long MDT service to those with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). Our 32 inpatients may be located in Critical Care, the Children and Young Person's Ward or the adult Spinal Cord Injury Centre. Treatment is undertaken at the bed side, in the therapy gym, our Horatio's garden and beautiful site, the fitness suite, sports hall, swimming and hydrotherapy pools. Our inpatients have daily 1:1 sessions with their treating physiotherapist, supplemented by group sessions and additional exercise sessions supported by our highly skilled Band 4 support workers.
There are a large variety of Upper and Lower motorneurone electrical stimulation devices including FES bikes and the Xcite. There is access to body weight support apparatus including gantries, AlterG and Vector Gait and a variety of standing devices.
Our new post holder will be expected to share their knowledge and skills through supervision of staff and students. They will provide training to Physiotherapists and other members of the MDT in the LSCIC, the Trust as a whole and externally.
About us
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:
- Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
- Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
- Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."
At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:
- 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
- A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare
At RNOH, we are more than a workplace--we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is a broad scope to be part of the senior team managing the London Spinal Cord Injury Centre Physiotherapy Department and influence the delivery of our specialist service, using service evaluation and audit to inform the process. There are a number of research projects currently hosted in the department with which there will be the opportunity to take part.
We are looking for a great communicator with existing expertise in the management of those with neurological dysfunction and experience in managing SCI.
Job description
Job responsibilities
There is a broad scope to be part of the senior team managing the London Spinal Cord Injury Centre Physiotherapy Department and influence the delivery of our specialist service, using service evaluation and audit to inform the process. There are a number of research projects currently hosted in the department with which there will be the opportunity to take part.
We are looking for a great communicator with existing expertise in the management of those with neurological dysfunction and experience in managing SCI.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Registered with Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to this post
- Minimum 5 years post graduate experience
- A broad range of rotations as a band 6 and junior including orthopaedics/out patients, respiratory care and ITU, rehabilitation
- 1 years experience at minimum of band 6 level, working in specialist area
- Well reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH
- Experience of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Experience of leading audit in specialist area and demonstrates a sound understanding quality issues
- Experience of teaching junior staff and undergraduates
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Successful completion of recognised post-registration clinical course in specialist field
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner
- Competent IT skills and Presentation skills
- Ability to communicate with patients with impaired communication abilities. Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day, often multi-tasking
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
Disposition and Attributes
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Ability to self motivate and motivate others
- Flexible approach and Team Player
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential
- Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
- Registered with Health Professions Council
- Evidence of CPD maintained portfolio including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to this post
- Minimum 5 years post graduate experience
- A broad range of rotations as a band 6 and junior including orthopaedics/out patients, respiratory care and ITU, rehabilitation
- 1 years experience at minimum of band 6 level, working in specialist area
- Well reasoned account of career intentions at RNOH
- Experience of student or physiotherapy assistant supervision
- Experience of leading audit in specialist area and demonstrates a sound understanding quality issues
- Experience of teaching junior staff and undergraduates
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
Desirable
- Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Successful completion of recognised post-registration clinical course in specialist field
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
- Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear, concise and logical manner
- Competent IT skills and Presentation skills
- Ability to communicate with patients with impaired communication abilities. Able to demonstrate empathy, motivate and persuade patients with impaired cognitive abilities or physical senses
- Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day, often multi-tasking
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
Disposition and Attributes
Essential
- Personally and professionally responsible
- Ability to self motivate and motivate others
- Flexible approach and Team Player
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
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust
Address
Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital
Brockley Hill , Stanmore
Stanmore
HA74LP
Employer's website
https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
