Job summary
Role: Acute Advanced PhysiotherapistSite: The Harley Street Clinic & HCA Healthcare UK at University College Hospital, London
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per weekSalary: Competitive + Benefits (pension, health cover, flexible benefits and excellent career development)
Were looking for an Advanced Physiotherapist to join our Harley Street Clinic, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC.
Main duties of the job
This a permanent role working as an acute physiotherapist within a team managing patients in the critical care unit, oncology/haematology,cardiothoracicand surgical wardsbothat The Harley Street Clinicand HCA UK at University College Hospital. You will work alongside a wider AHP team including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Dietitians and Psychologists. The role is predominantly weekdays but will include a small amount of weekends andon-call.
About us
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day.
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you
Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals
Private pension contribution which increases with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical illness cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate highly skilled clinical abilities and expertise within physiotherapy, underpinned by advanced theoretical knowledge of professional practice and with a specific focus on the management of patients with critical care, oncology and complex surgical problems including spinal surgery.
To undertake a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment of patients; to gain relevant information from the subjective and objective clinical examination; to apply advanced clinical reasoning skills; to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition; set therapeutic/rehabilitation goals and objectives.
To formulate and deliver an individual treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills.
Attendance at ward rounds and MDT meetings to take part in the decision-making about the patients clinical care.
To maintain accurate up-to-date patient records which comply with departmental and CSP standards
Job description
Job responsibilities
To demonstrate highly skilled clinical abilities and expertise within physiotherapy, underpinned by advanced theoretical knowledge of professional practice and with a specific focus on the management of patients with critical care, oncology and complex surgical problems including spinal surgery.
To undertake a comprehensive physiotherapy assessment of patients; to gain relevant information from the subjective and objective clinical examination; to apply advanced clinical reasoning skills; to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition; set therapeutic/rehabilitation goals and objectives.
To formulate and deliver an individual treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills.
Attendance at ward rounds and MDT meetings to take part in the decision-making about the patients clinical care.
To maintain accurate up-to-date patient records which comply with departmental and CSP standards
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Physiotherapist with Diploma or BSc/ MSc in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- CSP Membership
- Experience in critical care and oncology
- Postgraduate training in a specialism
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Physiotherapist with Diploma or BSc/ MSc in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- CSP Membership
- Experience in critical care and oncology
- Postgraduate training in a specialism
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).
