About this role
Job summary
Specialist Physiotherapist | Hand Therapy | Part Time | Fixed Term Contract | Washington
Spire Washington has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Specialist Physiotherapist to join the team on a part time, fixed term basis.
12 months fixed term contract 32hrs per week across Monday Friday Previous experience in hand therapy is essentialSpire Washington is a 35 in-patient bedded hospital with 10 consultation and 2 treatment rooms based just off junction 63 of the A1 with great commuter links. Our Hospital offers a range of services and facilities including four operating theatres covering specialities including Orthopaedics and Gynaecology and a full Diagnostic suite.
Main duties of the job
Duties and responsibilities
To provide a high standard of specialist hand therapy assessment, diagnosis, treatment and advice to patients within the physiotherapy department Management of conditions such as Trapeziectomy, Fasciotomy, Tendon repairs and wound management Discuss, agree and explain responsibilities for the therapy assessment of patients, including their needs and any associated risks Using clinical reasoning skills develop treatment plans that are appropriate to the patient taking into consideration their physiotherapy care, risks and wellbeing.
About us At Spire Washington Hospital, we're a leading provider of private hospital treatments for our patients across the North East. With a full multidisciplinary medical team, we're specialists in a wide range of treatments. You can get fast access to expert healthcare, from consultations and diagnosis to treatment and aftercare.
Job description Job responsibilities
Who we're looking for
Degree (BSc Hons in Physiotherapy) or equivalent HCPC registered At least 5 years post graduate experience Previous extensive experience is essential in specialist hand therapy (physio or occupational therapist considered) Experience of assessing, diagnosing and treating specialist hand casesBenefits
We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:
35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options Spire for you reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers Free Bupa wellness screening Private medical insurance Life assurance Free onsite parkingOur Values
We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:
Driving clinical excellence Doing the right thing Caring is our passion Keeping it simple Delivering on our promises Succeeding and celebrating together Our people are our difference; it's their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people
We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward.
Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group in the United Kingdom and the largest in terms of revenue. From 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland, Spire Healthcare provides diagnostics, inpatient, day case and outpatient care.
Spire Healthcare are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture for all. Our people are our difference, its their dedication, warmth and pursuit of excellence that sets Spire Healthcare apart.
For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Lauren Armitage on [email protected]
Closing date: In order to streamline our recruitment process, we reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Please see above
Experience Essential
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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.
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 Spire Healthcare Ltd
Address Picktree Ln, Rickleton, Washington NE38 9JZ
Washington
NE38 9JZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.spirehealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)