Pelvic Health Specialist

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 28 January 2025

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, motivated and Pelvic Health Physiotherapist to join our specialist Pelvic Health Service at Wirral Community Foundation NHS Trust.

You must possess a physiotherapy degree or recognised equivalent qualification and be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council. You must also possess excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills and have the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with GP's and other healthcare professionals. Good IT skills are essential as the role requires working across a range of clinical systems.

The successful applicant will have access to formal and informal training and gain skills in assessing and treating a wide range of complex Pelvic Health conditions including urinary dysfunction, bowel dysfunction, chronic pelvic pain and colorectal conditions.

Main duties of the job

The Pelvic Health service is provided from two community clinics and enjoys close links with our local acute trust. As well as one to one sessions, we deliver group sessions and outreach into the community with a focus on awareness and prevention. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely with our partners in the acute trust as well as other stakeholders to promote the service and improve outcomes for the patients we serve.

You will join our small team of supportive and passionate Pelvic Health physiotherapists which sits within a larger musculoskeletal team - sharing resources and training days.

Specialist training can be provided however a demonstrable interest and some prior knowledge of pelvic health conditions are essential.

The role would suit an individual keen to specialise in Pelvic Health and take on a structured role with daily clinics, delivering classes and maintaining connections with the amazing community of women on the Wirral.

The beautiful Wirral peninsula sits between Merseyside and North Wales and has excellent transport links to North Wales, Liverpool, Manchester, as well as the historic city of Chester.

About us

Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust has been rated as Good by CQC (Dec 2023) with some outstanding areas.

As an aspiring outstanding Trust we have numerous policies and procedures in place which provide standard organisational ways of working, in line with organisational objectives, relevant legislation and requirements. Policies allow for continuity and consistency within the Trust. Employees must abide by and adhere to all Wirral Community NHS Trust's policies, at all times.

Date posted

07 January 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year PA Pro rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

844-6907921

Job locations

St. Catherines Health Centre

Derby Road

Birkenhead

CH420LQ

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities associated with this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities associated with this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Professional Training

Essential

Physiotherapy degree or Recognised equivalent qualifications
Registered with the HCPC
Evidence of CPD/up to date portfolio

Desirable

Post Graduate certificate in Pelvic Health/Continence

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Special interest in pelvic health related conditions
Minimum of 3 Years experience in general Physiotherapy

Desirable

Experience of Musculoskeletal conditions
Minimum of 12 months pelvic Health conditions

Skills and Attributes

Essential

Good Organisational Skills
Ability to work as part of a professional team
Ability to demonstrate resilience and commitment under difficult circumstances
Competent computer skills and ability to utilise information technology
Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation
Excellent Communication skills
Ability to teach and educate patients and other professionals
Ability to deliver group work and instruct patients

Desirable

Ability to understand the statistical requirements and audit within the service
Experience of assisting in the development of other staff

Personal Qualities

Essential

Flexible
Empathetic
Dependable
Team member

Desirable

Ability to work evenings

Person Specification

Qualifications and Professional Training

Essential

Physiotherapy degree or Recognised equivalent qualifications
Registered with the HCPC
Evidence of CPD/up to date portfolio

Desirable

Post Graduate certificate in Pelvic Health/Continence

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Special interest in pelvic health related conditions
Minimum of 3 Years experience in general Physiotherapy

Desirable

Experience of Musculoskeletal conditions
Minimum of 12 months pelvic Health conditions

Skills and Attributes

Essential

Good Organisational Skills
Ability to work as part of a professional team
Ability to demonstrate resilience and commitment under difficult circumstances
Competent computer skills and ability to utilise information technology
Understands and can use the principles of prioritisation
Excellent Communication skills
Ability to teach and educate patients and other professionals
Ability to deliver group work and instruct patients

Desirable

Ability to understand the statistical requirements and audit within the service
Experience of assisting in the development of other staff

Personal Qualities

Essential

Flexible
Empathetic
Dependable
Team member

Desirable

Ability to work evenings

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.