Job summary
If you a physiotherapist and who is looking for an exciting
opportunity to use your clinical skills to make a difference, while working in
a community environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to join the Droitwich, Ombersley and Rurals
Neighbourhood Team (DOR). We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and committed
full time /part time band 6 Physiotherapist to be based at Droitwich medical
centre, which is situated close to junction 5/6 of M5, we also have another
base in Tenbury located at the hospital, both offer free carparking. Our team
covers 8 GP surgeries situated in the beautiful countryside of Worcestershire.
If you are looking for a role, where you can use your skills
to make a difference then come and join our team, where nurses,
Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Health Care Assistants, Advanced
Clinical Practitioners, Nursing Associates and Administrators work together in
our local Neighbourhood and alongside our GP partners to support people in
their home environment
Main duties of the job
The role will require:
- The
ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels
- Working
flexibly to provide the service delivery need across the local area working37.5
hr a week 5 days per week ( 7.5hrs between 8:00am 18:00pm ,Monday
to Sunday)
- An
enthusiastic, motivated, and innovative thinker to become part of a primary
care facing community
- The
ability to work autonomously and manage your own case load whilst supervising
others and working within a multi-disciplinary team
- The
ability to problem-solve and manage time effectively
- Experience
of working in a fast paced and varied environment
- The
ability to travel to deliver care services
About us
We are community hospitals, neighbourhood teams and community health services across Worcestershire and the provider of Mental Health and Learning Disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire. We work in partnership with other organisations to keep our community well at home for as long as possible.
We provide services for people of all ages, across a range of settings, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions.
We have an open and supportive culture, recognised by the CQC and other external regulators. We want you to thrive, offering you every opportunity to develop. We will support you; help you fulfil your ambitions with a varied and flexible training programme; and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We endeavour to offer an attractive work-life balance, with flexibility in our approach to help you get the most out of your career.
We provide our staff with direct access to a wealth of resources to support their wellbeing, from our Staff Mental Health and Wellbeing Hub, to wellbeing festivals or access to free online exercise classes.
At the core of our values, we are committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights. We take every opportunity to strengthen our approach to equality and diversity in delivering best patient care and the employment of our staff.
We would encourage you to visit the Trusts Recruitment Microsite, click the Employer Website link.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
- Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the
organisation and promote these on a day to day basis.
- Work as an autonomous practitioner within an integrated team
providing timely and expert professional assessment and treatment interventions
to patients either in their own homes or other community settings. This will be
achieved through a combination of hands on expert clinical skills and knowledge
as a Physiotherapist to treat, educate and support patients and by working with
patients and their families to assess, plan and implement appropriate care
plans and treatment.
- Provide case management for a designated caseload of patients)
who have immediate and / or complex care needs.
- Undertake the comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients
including those with a highly complex presentation, using investigative and analytical
skills. Formulate individualised management and treatment plans using clinical
reasoning
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role
please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will:
- Behave consistently with the values and beliefs of the
organisation and promote these on a day to day basis.
- Work as an autonomous practitioner within an integrated team
providing timely and expert professional assessment and treatment interventions
to patients either in their own homes or other community settings. This will be
achieved through a combination of hands on expert clinical skills and knowledge
as a Physiotherapist to treat, educate and support patients and by working with
patients and their families to assess, plan and implement appropriate care
plans and treatment.
- Provide case management for a designated caseload of patients)
who have immediate and / or complex care needs.
- Undertake the comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of patients
including those with a highly complex presentation, using investigative and analytical
skills. Formulate individualised management and treatment plans using clinical
reasoning
For full details of the duties and criteria for the role
please refer to the job description and person specification attached.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour that supports teamworking
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- High level of clinical skills
- Time management and organisation skills
- Ability to work independently and set own priorities
- Teaching skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / Continual Professional Development maintained in portfolio
Desirable
- Clinical educators qualification
- Relevant validated clinical courses
Experience
Essential
- A range of post graduate experience including work in a variety of specialities
- Experience of caseload management and prioritisation
- Experience of supervision of junior staff or students
- Experience of delegation to qualified/ unqualified staff
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of clinical knowledge and skill
- Clinical Governance
- Good knowledge of community services and care pathways
- Health Improvement
- Good working knowledge of positive risk taking and effective risk management strategies
Desirable
- Understanding of National and local health and social care strategies
- Understanding of an Integrated Care System and the Neighbourhood Team role within the wider system.
Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to challenge poor behaviour
- Role modelling good behaviour that supports teamworking
- A positive attitude and able to act on feedback
- Ability to praise and be supportive to others
- High level of clinical skills
- Time management and organisation skills
- Ability to work independently and set own priorities
- Teaching skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree / diploma in Physiotherapy
- HCPC registration
- Evidence of relevant post graduate courses / Continual Professional Development maintained in portfolio
Desirable
- Clinical educators qualification
- Relevant validated clinical courses
Experience
Essential
- A range of post graduate experience including work in a variety of specialities
- Experience of caseload management and prioritisation
- Experience of supervision of junior staff or students
- Experience of delegation to qualified/ unqualified staff
Desirable
Knowledge
Essential
- High level of clinical knowledge and skill
- Clinical Governance
- Good knowledge of community services and care pathways
- Health Improvement
- Good working knowledge of positive risk taking and effective risk management strategies
Desirable
- Understanding of National and local health and social care strategies
- Understanding of an Integrated Care System and the Neighbourhood Team role within the wider system.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust
Address
Droitwich Medical Centre
Ombersley Street East
Droitwich
Worcestershire
WR9 8RD
Employer's website
https://careers.hacw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)