About this role
Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for physiotherapists with an interest in neurorehabilitation and community working to join the Lambeth and Southwark Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Service (CSNRS).
The service is recruiting to x3 Specialist Physiotherapy posts. We will be offering x2 posts which are permanent 12-monthly rotations between the Community Stroke Team and the Community Neuro Rehab Team. The 3rd post is a 12-month fixed-term contract with the Community Neuro Rehab Team.
Our service aims to provide client-centred, evidence based multidisciplinary community neurorehabilitation to adults in the London Boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark.
There are five teams within the CSNRS including:o Community Stroke Teamo Community Neuro Rehab Teamo 2b Neurorehabilitation Beds (Pulross Centre)o Southeast London Neuro Navigation Serviceo Community Spasticity Service
You will be expected to provide a high standard of physiotherapy, undertaking all aspects of physiotherapist duties as an autonomous practitioner.
Regular supervision and support is provided and there is a robust programme of in-service training to assist your development as a Specialist Physiotherapist.
Please note, due to the high volume of applications expected, this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date. We therefore encourage interested applicants to submit their application as soon as possible.
Main duties of the job
This is a rotational Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist post within the Community Stroke and Neuro Rehabilitation Service. The post holder will rotate between the Community Stroke Team and the Community Neuro Rehabilitation Team. We are also offering a 12-month fixed term contract in the Community Neuro Rehab Team.
The post holder will provide specialist client-focussed Physiotherapy to individuals as part of the multidisciplinary team and will work closely with other members of the team to ensure a coordinated approach to client care.
The post holder will independently and effectively manage a caseload of individuals with a neurological diagnosis.
The post holder will provide specialist Physiotherapy assessment and treatment for adults in their own homes and other community settings.They will use evidence based, client-centred principles and a self-management approach to:
o Assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions.o Encourage patients to participate actively in their rehabilitation.o Maximise independence and support quality of life.
The post holder will be expected to achieve agreed individual activity targets (face-to-face and/or virtual contacts) and be flexible in supporting wider caseload management.
The post holder will be expected to supervise junior staff, incl. Clinical Assistants and Physiotherapy Students as required.
They will participate in regular supervision, annual appraisal and continuing professional development.
About us
Guy's and St Thomas' is among the UK's busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.
Our adult community services teams deliver care at the heart of the local communities we serve, working in partnership with GPs, local authorities and other healthcare and voluntary sector organisations. Working with our partners in Lambeth and Southwark, we are focusing on new ways of working to improve care for local patients.
We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King's Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres.
The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.
It is important that we all understand and reflect the trust values in our work. We are:
Caring - we put patients firstAmbitious - we innovate and strive for excellenceInclusive - we respect each other and work collaboratively
Job description Job responsibilities
ProfessionalThe post holder will: Work as an autonomous practitioner within the standards of professional practice outlined by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work. Maintain close liaison with other senior colleagues in the team and ensure effective communication with all team members for day-to-day running of the service. Keep updated of current issues with the profession, taking responsibility for personal growth and development such as reading relevant journal and research papers, participating in training opportunities and support research / quality improvement projects. Maintain and record ongoing continuing professional development, using a professional portfolio. Attend professional body / clinical interest group meetings as appropriate. Participate in the delivery of training for physiotherapy students and fulfil clinical educator role. Contribute to multidisciplinary and uni-disciplinary in-service training programmes. Actively contribute to and be supported in developing knowledge and skills outlined in Personal Development Plans, sharing learning with colleagues.
ClinicalThe post holder will: Undertake specialist assessments of clients with a wide range of physical, cognitive and communicative impairments arising from neurological conditions with multiple co-morbidities and complex needs, including end of life conditions. Provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and management to a caseload of adult patients with a wide range of neurological conditions following local operational policies and agreed standards and guidelines. Analyse and provide specialist interventions based on clinical reasoning and evidence based practice to address therapeutic goals and optimise independence. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions through goal setting, outcome measurement and evaluation of practice. Be responsible for prioritising, delegating and managing own caseload and workload, including achieving agreed activity targets. Work collaboratively with individuals, clients, families and carers, members of the multidisciplinary team and external agencies to ensure a coordinated approach to service delivery. Discuss, advise and plan appropriate goals with clients, carers and the multidisciplinary team. Effectively communicate with all appropriate people and organisations to provide and receive all relevant information pertaining to each client. This includes clients with complex emotional, physical, cognitive and communication impairments. Use a self-management approach to empower individuals to take responsibility for their rehabilitation. Respect clients dignity, privacy, culture and wishes during treatment, with a commitment to equitable access to rehabilitation. Maintain and develop close links with colleagues in the acute sector, local authority, voluntary organisations and other members of primary healthcare services. Be accountable for own professional practice and the support staff and students you are responsible for. To work autonomously, ensuring personal responsibility for following lone working policies and procedures when accessing the community and clients place of residence. Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, family meetings and other professional meetings as required. Participate in the Trust staff appraisal scheme and supervision structure. Be responsible for adhering to infection prevention and control policies within community settings. Be responsible for safekeeping, cleanliness and maintenance of equipment, ensuring standards of infection prevention and control are met, including reporting on RADAR all incidents, accidents and complaints to the supervisor and/or manager. Participate in ongoing review of service delivery and any developments in the service.
Information ManagementThe post holder will: Keep accurate and contemporaneous records of assessment and treatment in accordance with standards set and input data on to the electronic records system (Epic). Provide accurate and timely statistical data, i.e. SSNAP.
Education and Professional DevelopmentThe post holder will: Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of training for staff in the service and from other disciplines and organisations through in-service training, supervision, joint working and practical demonstrations. Contribute to student clinical education and development. Assist with service development and service promotion. Undertake all mandatory and statutory training in line with Trust policy. Maintain and record ongoing professional development through formal peer review and use of a professional portfolio.
Person Specification
Professional/ Statutory Registration Essential
Registration with HCPC Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Desirable
Member of relevant Specialist Interest Group e.g. Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Neurology (ACPIN)
Qualifications / Education Essential
Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of attendance on relevant post registration courses Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), maintained in a portfolio
Previous experience Essential
Significant post registration experience at Band 5 level or above Experience of working in a variety of clinical specialities, including Stroke and/or Neurorehabilitation Experience of working within a Multidisciplinary Team (MDT)
Desirable
Experience of working within the community Leading on service development / quality improvement projects, audits and research
Skills Essential
Good organisational, time management and prioritisation skills Demonstrable skills in assessing, identifying problems, selecting and implementing the relevant management programme for patients with neurological conditions Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate sensitive and complex information within different settings, including good negotiation and interpersonal skills Knowledge and use of relevant assessment tools and outcome measures Ability to work within a diverse workforce to deliver a quality and individualised service to people from different backgrounds by including and embracing their varied needs Understanding of manual handling and Health and Safety issues related to community working. Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance and pillars of practice
Physical Requirements Essential
Fit for active physical workload and resilient under reasonable pressure of work
Knowledge/Ability Essential
Knowledge of clinical guidelines relevant to rehabilitation for neurological conditions Ability to critically appraise evidence-based practice Supervise junior staff / students and support workers Good presentation and teaching skills with the ability to devise appropriate training and information packages Ability to demonstrate skill sharing and collaborative working at a variety of levels, including delegation of tasks Ability to manage own caseload and work autonomously in the community settings Ability to gain co-operation and motivate relevant people
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).
Employer details Employer name Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address Bermondsey Health Centre
108 Grange Road
London
SE1 3BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)