Job summary
Congratulations Physiotherapy BSc cohort of 2020 from Hywel Dda University Health Board!
The pandemic has presented significant challenges to you as a Health Care student and your perseverance to reach the final year of your studies is commendable, we congratulate you.
It is hard working, enthusiastic, motivated and determined individuals like you that we are looking for here in Hywel Dda University Health Board, and we welcome your applications to join our friendly physiotherapy family.
Yes, 'physiotherapy family', as an employer, we recognise our staff, truly are our greatest asset and we are committed to creating a supportive environment that empowers them to achieve a rewarding and satisfying career.
If you are thinking, "they all say that", ask your fellow students that have been with us on placement. We consistently receive overwhelmingly positive feedback on their experiences here in Hywel Dda. Not only for the excellent learning opportunities but the experience of feeling valued and included in the team. Our band 5 intake echoes this each year as the main reason they chose Hywel Dda during the streamlining process and the main reason once they join us as an employee - they like to stay.
Main duties of the job
As an autonomous practitioner you will be supported to work as part of a team to deliver high quality, evidence based and person centred Physiotherapy.
You will have opportunities to develop your practice and skills in a variety of areas. We are a learning organisation and value supervision and continued professional development.
Successful applicants will be proactive, motivated and compassionate, with values aligned to those of our Health Board:
- Putting people at the heart of everything we do
- Working together to be the best that we can be
- Striving to deliver and develop excellent services
If you are interested in working with us in Hywel Dda University Health Board, please get in touch for more information.
About us
Hywel Dda University Health Board is the planner and provider of NHS healthcare services for people in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and its bordering counties. Our 11,000 members of staff provide primary, community, in-hospital, mental health and learning disabilities services for around 384,000 people across a quarter of the landmass of Wales. We do this in partnership with our three local authorities and public, private and third sector colleagues, including our volunteers, through:o Four main hospitals: Bronglais General in Aberystwyth, Glangwili General in Carmarthen, Prince Philip in Llanelli and Withybush General in Haverfordwest;o Seven community hospitals: Amman Valley and Llandovery in Carmarthenshire; Tregaron, Aberaeron and Cardigan in Ceredigion; and Tenby and South Pembrokeshire Hospital Health and Social Care Resource Centre in Pembrokeshire;o 48 general practices (four of which are managed practices), 47 dental practices (including three orthodontic), 99 community pharmacies, 44 general ophthalmic practices (43 providing Eye Health Examination Wales and 34 low vision services) and 17 domiciliary only providers and 11 health centres;o Numerous locations providing mental health and learning disabilities services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
How do you know if Hywel Dda is right for you?
Ask yourself, do the following statements apply to you?
- I want to work in a team that will support me to gain experience in a variety of services to consolidate my knowledge and develop new skills to become a well-rounded, versatile Physiotherapist
- I want to work somewhere that has regular in-service training and a robust band 5 competency framework that will help me track my development and prepare me for potential promotions
- I want to work somewhere that shares equal emphasis on the importance of achieving core band 5 objectives as developing me as an individual person
- I want to work somewhere where my voice and ideas matter to improve service design and delivery of patient care
As 7 day services are developed, applicants must be prepared to work as part of a rota to cover 7 days.
The post holder will be expected to travel within the Health Board area.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 03/04/2023 & 04/04/2023.
Job description
Job responsibilities
How do you know if Hywel Dda is right for you?
Ask yourself, do the following statements apply to you?
- I want to work in a team that will support me to gain experience in a variety of services to consolidate my knowledge and develop new skills to become a well-rounded, versatile Physiotherapist
- I want to work somewhere that has regular in-service training and a robust band 5 competency framework that will help me track my development and prepare me for potential promotions
- I want to work somewhere that shares equal emphasis on the importance of achieving core band 5 objectives as developing me as an individual person
- I want to work somewhere where my voice and ideas matter to improve service design and delivery of patient care
As 7 day services are developed, applicants must be prepared to work as part of a rota to cover 7 days.
The post holder will be expected to travel within the Health Board area.
You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.
The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.
The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.
Interviews will be held on 03/04/2023 & 04/04/2023.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Recognised degree/equivalent in physiotherapy
- HPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working across a broad range of clinical areas at undergraduate level
- Specialist physiotherapy clinical knowledge of a variety of conditions and treatment interventions
- Evidence of relevant CPD activities
Other
Essential
- Participation in 7 day service delivery & on call duties
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Recognised degree/equivalent in physiotherapy
- HPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working across a broad range of clinical areas at undergraduate level
- Specialist physiotherapy clinical knowledge of a variety of conditions and treatment interventions
- Evidence of relevant CPD activities
Other
Essential
- Participation in 7 day service delivery & on call duties
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Hywel Dda University Health Board
Address
Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion & Pembrokeshire
Carmarthen, Llanelli, Aberystwyth & Haverfordwest
SA31 2AF
Employer's website
https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)
