Job summary
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our special care unit at HMP Stafford, a category C men's prison based in Staffordshire. The 8-bed specialist care unit supports both reablement and palliative care patients. Within this role will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including deliver supervision to a Physiotherapist Assistant. As well as supporting patients within the unit you will also support with outreach , assessments and follow up plans for patients across the prisons across the West Midlands region this offers a diverse work load supporting patients with neurological, chronic and short term illness.
Hours
8am-4pm Monday to Friday We can offer some flexibility within these hours
SalaryThis position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £45,173 per annum - depending on experience.
Mileage expenses for travel between sites is also covered
How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Main duties of the job
As a Physiotherapist, your responsibilities will vary. You will
- Provide outstanding evidence-based care, listening and acting on patient feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
- Work as an autonomous practitioner and ensure patients referred to the service are assessed, diagnosed and managed, and hold responsibility for your own caseload.
- Assess patients, with diverse or complex presentations including orthopaedic, respiratory, neurological and frailty related conditions and complications in their referring prison, and to include all aspects of rehabilitation.
If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer: - Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
- Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
- 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values.
- we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
- we act with integrity
- we embrace diversity
- we strive to do things better together
We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.
Qualifications required - Registered Physiotherapist with current professional qualification (HCPC and MCSP)
- Evidence of relevant experience in neurological and general rehabilitation and proven post-registration experience of assessing and treating patients with a diverse range of need
- Understanding of the complexities of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency working and excellent clinical reasoning skills
Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our special care unit at HMP Stafford, a category C men's prison based in Staffordshire. The 8-bed specialist care unit supports both reablement and palliative care patients. Within this role will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including deliver supervision to a Physiotherapist Assistant. As well as supporting patients within the unit you will also support with outreach , assessments and follow up plans for patients across the prisons across the West Midlands region this offers a diverse work load supporting patients with neurological, chronic and short term illness.
Hours
8am-4pm Monday to Friday We can offer some flexibility within these hours
SalaryThis position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £45,173 per annum - depending on experience.
Mileage expenses for travel between sites is also covered
How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to join our special care unit at HMP Stafford, a category C men's prison based in Staffordshire. The 8-bed specialist care unit supports both reablement and palliative care patients. Within this role will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including deliver supervision to a Physiotherapist Assistant. As well as supporting patients within the unit you will also support with outreach , assessments and follow up plans for patients across the prisons across the West Midlands region this offers a diverse work load supporting patients with neurological, chronic and short term illness.
Hours
8am-4pm Monday to Friday We can offer some flexibility within these hours
SalaryThis position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £45,173 per annum - depending on experience.
Mileage expenses for travel between sites is also covered
How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
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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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
