Job summary
Are you reliable, dynamic, enthusiastic and well-motivated person with experience of working in a community, hospital and/or rehabilitation setting? Are you looking for a new challenge?
An opportunity has arisen in the Community Physiotherapy to offer you a post within the service. You will work as an integral part of a friendly Community Physiotherapy team, supporting registered staff to provide value based intervention.
The Adult Community Physiotherapy Service is a dynamic and rapidly developing service treating patients in their own homes and at Newfield House.
This is an ideal opportunity to work in a supportive environment within a team of experienced physiotherapists and assistant practitioners delivering high quality physiotherapy to Coventry patients in their own homes.
We are committed to providing clinical supervision and supporting continuing professional development. As part of this role the post holder will be expected to work towards a set of clinical competencies with direct supervision, training and support.
You must have a relevant NVQ level 3, or an NVQ level 2 with extensive applicable experience and knowledge. Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting is desirable, with awareness and understanding of the role of the Physiotherapist. You should be able to display sound communication and practical skills
Main duties of the job
For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the role and requirements.
You will be able to illustrate and reflect upon complex patient management and demonstrate sound clinical reasoning. You will be able to prioritise your workload and time effectively to support appropriate caseload management and delegation.
There will also be opportunities for participating in various service development projects and attending regular in-service training.
At present the Planned Community Therapy service operates from Monday to Friday core hours, however the job description reflects a seven day service in case of changes to service needs.
About us
At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.
We put 'people at our heart'; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.
The Service is committed to upholding the Visions and Values of Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust. There will expectation that you are able to exemplify the Trust Visions and Values, with evidence of such in your application and at interview.
We're always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT) has taken the decision to no longer continue to provide Adult Physical Health Services, when the contract expires at the end of March 2024, as there are more suitable providers within the wider NHS local system.
Following a review of suitable providers to take forward the contract, the Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has confirmed its intention to award the contract for the provision of Adult Physical Health services to University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW).
Your application to work in Adult Physical Health services will not be adversely impacted by the change in provider. Should you be successful in your application and commence employment prior to the transfer, your contract of employment (that is your terms and conditions of service as at the point of transfer) will automatically transfer to the new organisation, under the "Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006" (TUPE) as amended by the "Collective Redundancies and Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (Amendment) Regulations 2014".
Should you be successful in your application and commence employment after the transfer, your contract of employment will be issued by the new provider of Adult Physical Health Services
The Adult Community Physiotherapy Service is a dynamic and rapidly developing service treating patients in their own homes and at Newfield House.
Patients are 18 years and over with varying conditions, including neurological, respiratory, mobility and musculoskeletal deficits, giving the opportunity to utilize and develop skills in all the main areas of rehabilitation.
This is an ideal opportunity to work in a supportive environment within a team of experienced physiotherapists and assistant practitioners delivering high quality physiotherapy to Coventry patients both in a clinical setting and in their own homes.
We are committed to providing clinical supervision and supporting continuing professional development. As part of this role the post holder will be expected to work towards a set of clinical competencies with direct supervision, training and support.
You must have a relevant NVQ level 3, or an NVQ level 2 with extensive applicable experience and knowledge. Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting is desirable, with awareness and understanding of the role of the Physiotherapist. You should be able to display sound communication and practical skills.
The Service is committed to upholding the Visions and Values of Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust. There will expectation that you are able to exemplify the Trust Visions and Values, with evidence of such in your application and at interview.
The Job Description and Person Specification are located in theSupporting Documentationlink to the right of the screen.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT) has taken the decision to no longer continue to provide Adult Physical Health Services, when the contract expires at the end of March 2024, as there are more suitable providers within the wider NHS local system.
Following a review of suitable providers to take forward the contract, the Coventry and Warwickshire Integrated Care Board (ICB) has confirmed its intention to award the contract for the provision of Adult Physical Health services to University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW).
Your application to work in Adult Physical Health services will not be adversely impacted by the change in provider. Should you be successful in your application and commence employment prior to the transfer, your contract of employment (that is your terms and conditions of service as at the point of transfer) will automatically transfer to the new organisation, under the "Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations 2006" (TUPE) as amended by the "Collective Redundancies and Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) (Amendment) Regulations 2014".
Should you be successful in your application and commence employment after the transfer, your contract of employment will be issued by the new provider of Adult Physical Health Services
The Adult Community Physiotherapy Service is a dynamic and rapidly developing service treating patients in their own homes and at Newfield House.
Patients are 18 years and over with varying conditions, including neurological, respiratory, mobility and musculoskeletal deficits, giving the opportunity to utilize and develop skills in all the main areas of rehabilitation.
This is an ideal opportunity to work in a supportive environment within a team of experienced physiotherapists and assistant practitioners delivering high quality physiotherapy to Coventry patients both in a clinical setting and in their own homes.
We are committed to providing clinical supervision and supporting continuing professional development. As part of this role the post holder will be expected to work towards a set of clinical competencies with direct supervision, training and support.
You must have a relevant NVQ level 3, or an NVQ level 2 with extensive applicable experience and knowledge. Experience of working in a rehabilitation setting is desirable, with awareness and understanding of the role of the Physiotherapist. You should be able to display sound communication and practical skills.
The Service is committed to upholding the Visions and Values of Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust. There will expectation that you are able to exemplify the Trust Visions and Values, with evidence of such in your application and at interview.
The Job Description and Person Specification are located in theSupporting Documentationlink to the right of the screen.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or other relevant area)
Desirable
- Experience in Reablement Work
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- maintenance of legible, accurate and relevant records
- Able to prioritise
- An awareness and understanding of different health professionals and their roles
- Confident and competent in Basic IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working in a caring or rehabilitation service
- Previous team working
Other
Essential
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum qualification of NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or other relevant area)
Desirable
- Experience in Reablement Work
Knowledge and skills
Essential
- maintenance of legible, accurate and relevant records
- Able to prioritise
- An awareness and understanding of different health professionals and their roles
- Confident and competent in Basic IT skills
Experience
Essential
- Relevant experience of working in a caring or rehabilitation service
- Previous team working
Other
Essential
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.
