Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Physiotherapist to join our specialist surgical rehabilitation rotation, within Cardiff and Vale University Health Board.
The post holder will rotate on 9 monthly basis through a variety of clinical areas. You will have the opportunity to work within general, trauma, orthopaedics, vascular and breast surgery pathways, including clinic and community based services e.g ALAS, Lymphodema and community rehabilitation team (CRT).
The postholder must be able to demonstrate the relevant skills, experience and enthusiasm required to work within these clinical areas.
They will have the opportunity to develop their clinical skills with the guidance of our Clinical Specialists and will be based at either the University Hospital of Wales, University Hospital Llandough or in a community setting.
The Department of Physiotherapy provides full induction, a comprehensive programme of in service training , regular appraisal and opportunities for development.
They may be required to work their normal contracted hours flexibly in a variety of different working patterns in response to the needs of the service where they are placed. For example, this could include working their contracted hours as part of a service model that includes extended days.
The successful post holder must share our core values and beliefs.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within these specialist clinical areas. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex need and those with cognitive and behavioural problems.
The postholder will have responsibility for managing their own patient caseload. They will participate in the on call service (overnight and weekends) where they will work independently, managing the respiratory needs of complex critically ill patients.
In addition they will provide support for the clinical supervision of physiotherapists, student physiotherapists and support staff.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 15,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving around 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services.
Our mission is "Caring for People, Keeping People Well",and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. As an organisation we are unashamedly ambitious for our population's health, rising to the challenges of today and tomorrow through our 10-year strategy, Shaping our Future Wellbeing. We are contributing to a healthier Wales with great emphasis placed on innovation and improvement, learning from around the world and leading the way in clinical research. Partnership working is strong at Cardiff and Vale, and we work closely with our staff and our community.
Cardiff, the thriving Welsh capital, is a fantastic city to live and work in with an abundance of sports, arts and cultural attractions. Situated to the west of Cardiff, the Vale of Glamorgan offers a combination of beautiful Welsh countryside and a dramatic natural coastline. Whether city life or rural living, Cardiff and the Vale offers the best of both worlds.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Specialist training/courses to Postgraduate Diploma level
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience in the specialist area
- Previous clinical experience relevant to post
- Broad experience across physiotherapy
- Evidence of assisting in planning and developing of an existing service
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision
- Experience of teaching other disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate specialist skills within the specialist area
- Excellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public
- Highly developed physical skills relevant to the specialist clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handling
- Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload
- Proven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others
- Confident with digital technology platforms/apps
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in audit and research
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Relevent CPD evidence
- Awareness of Health and Safety/ clinical risk management
other
Essential
- Able to lead by example, and role model UHB behaviours and values
- Participate and experience in emergency respiratory rota (if applicable to rotational role) Willingness to work flexible hour
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)
Desirable
- Membership of relevant special interest group
- The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- Recognised qualification degree / equivalent in physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration
- Specialist training/courses to Postgraduate Diploma level
Desirable
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Experience
Essential
- Relevant post registration experience in the specialist area
- Previous clinical experience relevant to post
- Broad experience across physiotherapy
- Evidence of assisting in planning and developing of an existing service
- NHS Experience
Desirable
- Experience of providing clinical supervision
- Experience of teaching other disciplines
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate specialist skills within the specialist area
- Excellent communication skills with healthcare professionals and the public
- Highly developed physical skills relevant to the specialist clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handling
- Proven ability to manage a clinical caseload
- Proven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others
- Confident with digital technology platforms/apps
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in audit and research
Special Knowledge
Essential
- Relevent CPD evidence
- Awareness of Health and Safety/ clinical risk management
other
Essential
- Able to lead by example, and role model UHB behaviours and values
- Participate and experience in emergency respiratory rota (if applicable to rotational role) Willingness to work flexible hour
- Able to travel, in a timely manner to meet the requirements of the job, this may include cross site working or various locations, carrying sensitive information and bulky equipment (if applicable to role)
Desirable
- Membership of relevant special interest group
- The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role
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
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).
