Description
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced physiotherapist to join the team as a Bank - Specialist Neurological Physiotherapist. The role includes managing your own caseload as well as screening and co-ordinating new Stroke ESD referrals. The caseload includes assessing and treating patients with acquired and progressive neurological conditions as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Our team comprises Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists and Rehabilitation Support workers. Successful applicants will be part of an enthusiastic, client-centred team delivering goal-focused interventions for patients in the community while working collaboratively with GPs, acute hospitals, Social care and other third-sector organisations.
We have a well-established structure for clinical supervision and in-service training; this will provide you with fantastic opportunities to enhance your existing knowledge and skills. It will also support your clinical work and professional development.
Main duties of the job
- Perform physiotherapy assessments of patients with neurological presentations on the Stroke and neuro-rehabilitation pathways to develop and deliver individualised treatment programs.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to facilitate positive rehab outcomes and timely, co-ordinated discharge planning.
- Fully support initiatives to reduce length of stay, including key working.
- Work flexibly, being willing to provide support on other rehabilitation wards when necessary.
- Hold responsibility for your own caseload, working with and without direct supervision.
- Provide support for the clinical supervision of a rotational Band 5 physiotherapist, student physiotherapists, and give direction to members of support staff.
- Undertake evidence-based audit and research projects to inform your own and general Physiotherapy practice within the unit.
- Participate in a 7-day service covering weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
Benefits
- Competitive employment package
- Investment in your development and well-being
- Inclusive organisation that values compassion and welcomes new ideas
Requirements
- Degree in Physiotherapy
- Current UK HCPC registration
- Evidence of up-to-date CPD portfolio, attendance at specialist short courses, or equivalent CPD activities within the specialist areas of Neuro Rehabilitation
- Previous experience as a qualified physiotherapist, with both theoretical and practical knowledge across a broad range of Band 5 rotations, including Stroke/Neurology/Neurosciences
- Experience at Band 6 level in Stroke/Neurology
- Experience of carrying out comprehensive neurological assessments to formulate treatment plans and goals