Band 5 Physiotherapist

The Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery NHS Foundation Trust is a world renowned centre of excellence in neurological care with a strong emphasis on education, research and development.We are looking for a skilled and motivated physiotherapist to join our busy physiotherapy service.As part of the Walton Centre Therapy Service you will join our exceptional multidisciplinary team providing specialist assessment, treatment and rehabilitation programmes for adults with a variety of neurological conditions.Main duties of the jobWith the potential to rotate through the fields of acute neurology / neurosurgery, acute respiratory, and neurological rehabilitation you will receive training, support and appraisal from highly skilled, senior physiotherapy staff as well as regular shared learning opportunities across the multidisciplinary team.Applicants will have excellent communication and organisational skills and will be a strong team player with enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.These positions would suit experienced junior physiotherapists or newly qualified physiotherapists looking to specialise within the field of neuroscience and rehabilitation.The Walton Centre is committed to flexible working arrangements across the multidisciplinary teams and as such you will be expected to participate in evening and weekend working including 7 day rotas according to the requirements of the service.For further information and / or an informal visit please contact Ms Jo Haworth Principal Physiotherapist on 0151 556 3961 or Mrs Sarah Jones Senior Physiotherapist 0151 556 3863This advert will close upon reaching saturation.About usThe Walton CentreNHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for theInvestors in People we invest in people and we invest in wellbeingstandards and has been awarded Gold status for both. TheWalton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology andneurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everythingwe do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providingcomprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services weare proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission(CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originallyformed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.Witharound 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incrediblydedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal andneurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site inFazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treatinginjuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves andmuscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-termneurological conditions.Job responsibilitiesRole summaryTo provide high quality and comprehensive Physiotherapy assessments and interventions with guidance and supervision from Physiotherapy Team Leads.Ensure appropriate evidence based pathways of care and communications via liaison with Medical Teams and referral to other agencies as required.To work as an integral member of the Multidisciplinary Team. Working closely with colleagues to achieve optimum clinical outcomesKey responsibilitiesEstablish and manage a clinical caseload as appropriate to the serviceTo work collaboratively with other Clinicians, including Medical and Nursing staff to support the Service through evidence based practice.To participate in Clinical Education and Training to other Health Care Professionals where appropriateClinical ResponsibilitesTo undertake physiotherapy assessment, clinically diagnose and implement agreed treatment plans if appropriate in a manner that respects peoples privacy, dignity and individuality.To rotate at agreed regular intervals as part of the band 5 rotation programme.To work flexibly across a 7 day week and late shifts according to service need and cover requirements.To be a member of the multidisciplinary team and actively participate in M.D.T. meetings.To ensure effective internal and external two-way communication with patients, carers and all other Health and Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. Providing and receiving complex information which requires empathy and reassurance. Communicating where there may be barriers to understanding.To maintain accurate professional documentation in line with the CSP standards and local policies and procedures, contributing to documentation monitoring as required.To liaise regularly with Physiotherapy Team Leaders / Clinical Specialists regarding caseloads, treatment progression and ongoing care.To assist where necessary in the provision of cover for the service as a whole in times of annual leave / sickness etc.Clinical GovernanceTo comply with the Health and Safety Policies of the Trust including undertaking all mandatory training as directed by the Training & Development Department.To comply with departmental / organisational procedures and guidelines.To ensure that any equipment, furniture or building in need of repair is reported to the correct authority as necessaryTo comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Standards and Rules of Professional Conduct.To participate in Clinical Audit as appropriate in each speciality area.To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on the best available clinical evidence, under the guidance of Physiotherapy Team Leaders / Clinical Specialists.To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendationTraining and DevelopmentTo actively participate in the in-service training programme.To attend relevant training courses, disseminating information from training attended as required.To complete appraisals and a Personal Development Plan in line with clinical rotations.To undertake regular training and mentoring sessions with senior staff to monitor and develop clinical and professional skills.To teach and advise carers and other Health Professionals to ensure provision of good patient care.Person SpecificationQualificationsHealth Professions Council Registered Physiotherapist.BSc (Hons) Degree in Physiotherapy or equivalent.ExperienceMust demonstrate a knowledge of team / group dynamics and the role of a Band 5 Physiotherapist within a team.To have a clear understanding of the role of a Band 5 Physiotherapist in a specialist hospital.Experience in all clinical areas relevant to the posts rotationsExcellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to think quickly, assess clinical situations and take decisions upon that information.Ability to liaise effectively within the multi-disciplinary team.Ability to motivate patients and other staff.Must be able to demonstrate awareness of current NHS issues.Must be able to demonstrate the confidence to take independent action.To have a knowledge of audit tools and awareness of organisational and clinical standards in Physiotherapy.Ability to actively promote the role of the physiotherapist within the Walton Centre NHS Trust.OtherMust be flexible in approach to work patternsTo take part in service cover duties given appropriate notice.Must be able to comply with the Trusts No Smoking Policy.Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.
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