Specialist Physiotherapist - Neurological out-patients
Job summary
Are you passionate about working in neurology out-patients? Would you like to work in a small supportive neurology out-patient team that included occupational therapists and a rehabilitation practioner? We have a varied caseload of neurological patients, and this includes supporting those with long term conditions (MS PD) with an open access scheme. Do you want to make a difference to the lives of our patients in the community?
If you answer YES, then we would like to hear from you! The post is based at Ripon hospital one day a week and then the other two days in Willow Therapy Unit at Harrogate District Hospital. When the need arises the role included visiting patients in their home. The hours are 22.5hrs (3 days) permanently working on a Monday Wednesday and Thursday.
We support patients to achieve their optimal functional level and to live successfully in the community.
Main duties of the job
Full training for staff will be given, to support them becoming specialist in the relevant skills. Staff should bring a min of 2 years post qualification experience to build on/develop To carry an agreed clinical caseload as part of the neurology out-patients. Neurology outpatients includes the assessment, treatment and management of long-term conditions including Parkinson's and multiple sclerosis.
The post holder will provide specialist physiotherapeutic assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to patients who may have diverse and complex presentations. This includes stroke and neuro rehabilitation. To provide physiotherapy cover for Lascelles or Granby ward (stroke unit) as requested in times of staff absence. To rotate to other parts of the service for a time limited period to enhance skills relevant to the wider team.
To supervise and train rotational band 5, band 4, band 3 staff and students within the team. To work independently under the guidance of the team leader and actively participate in the professional development of self and others. To contribute to other departmental activities. As part of the out-patient case load to visit patients in their place of residence when appropriate and provide specialist input.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East. At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality.
If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you! We offer colleagues: A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note: Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles.
Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description document for a full list of duties and responsibilities of this post. If you have any questions, please contact p.bagot1@nhs.net 07765898257
Person Specification
Criteria
Essential
Registered with Health Professions Council BSc (Hons) Physio or equivalent. Minimum 2 years experience Previous NHS experience
Desirable
Evidence of relevant post-graduate training/CPD. Previous Senior / Band 6 experience in relevant specialist area(s). Previous experience including rehabilitation Prior involvement with audit, outcome measurement, objective or standard setting.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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).
