Senior Physiotherapist - Integrated Community Services

• Support hospital discharge referrals to promote the independence of service users on the caseload and identify any long-term needs.
• Support falls pathway completing environment and clinical assessments to reduce risk of service users from falls within their homes
• Provision of equipment to promote independence and safety.
• Hold a caseload and work autonomously
• Work flexibly to ensure urgent referrals are adequately managed
• Supporting colleagues in the delivery of compassionate, safe and structured care
• Plan and provide treatment in collaboration with others as appropriate
• Provide guidance and appropriate delegation to therapy assistants in the team

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Essential

• Evidence of CPD in a portfolio including attendance at recent post-graduate courses relevant to the clinical field / reflective practice in this clinical field

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate relevant experience as a senior physiotherapist in a community setting.
• Post-graduate experience covering core rotations.
• Post-graduate experience of working as part of a physiotherapy team and multidisciplinary team
• Postgraduate / undergraduate experience in NHS
• Supervision of juniors / assistants / students
• Experience of delegating tasks

Essential

• Sound knowledge of Physiotherapy in the relevant area
• Knowledge of this post and ICT
• Self-directed learning
• Ability to work independently but seek help when required.
• Awareness of own limitations
• Ability to pass on skills/knowledge to others within both formal and informal environments.
• Knowledge of Critical Appraisal
• Awareness of relevant National and local policies / guidelines relevant to the area
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
• Ability to supervise other staff e.g. assistants, technical instructors.
• Understanding of clinical governance and its implications for services.
• Good time management
• Good knowledge of factors that contribute to good team working.
• Drive and enthusiasm for clinical excellence and clinical development
• Competent IT skills
• Able to maintain judgement under pressure.
• Flexible and Adaptable
• Ability to problem solve / clinically reason.
• Willingness to take directions / constructive criticism.

Desirable

• Presentation Skills
• Evidence of participation in Audit and Research
• Understand the legal responsibilities of the profession.
• Knowledge and understanding of Social Services and willingness to work closely with them.
• Able to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner.
• Demonstrate appropriate use of initiative.
• Ability to contribute positively to team working / team morale

Essential

• Criminal Records Bureau clearance
• Ability to travel between multiple sites efficiently.
• Full and Clean UK Manual Driving Licence
• The daily use of a car
• Ability to work on Weekends and Extended Hours including shift working depending on the service needs.