About this role
Job summary
30 hours a week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time, Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist within our integrated Trauma and Orthopaedic therapy team consisting of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy support workers. We are looking for a dedicated, dynamic physiotherapist with experience, knowledge and skills in both trauma and orthopaedics to support the ongoing development of the therapy service in this specialist area.
This post will give you the opportunity to actively participate and help lead service delivery change, with exciting developments within orthopaedics. We are looking for a dedicated, proactive, dynamic Physiotherapist to provide specialist knowledge and leadership experience whilst supporting flow and positive risk in a fast-paced environment.
Staff are actively encouraged to participate in research and development, service development and Quality improvement initiatives which will be supported within this role. This post will play an active role in the ongoing development of the Trauma and Orthopaedic Therapy service through the regular completion of audits and analysis of service data to identify opportunities for improvement and inform future service developments.
This post will be cross site, covering both Cheltenham General Hospital and Gloucester Royal Hospital providing the exciting opportunity to work within both trauma and elective orthopaedics, therefore post holder must be flexible to meet the service needs.
Main duties of the job
The post holder assumes responsibility for the day-to-day management of the clinical area, in the absence of the team leader.
To deliver therapeutic interventions, acting as a specialist clinician, using the principles of Physiotherapy in an integrated and client-centred way supported by the Therapy Competency Framework.
To assume responsibility for personal development and supporting the development and supervision of others by CPD (continuing professional development), linked to appraisal.
To support evaluation and service development in the clinical area in line with national and local drivers. To communicate with the (MDT) to aid effective patient care, which will include taking an active role in team meetings, joint treatment sessions, case conferences and specialist interest group meetings.
To work as a specialist practitioner within Trauma and Orthopaedics, utilising theoretical knowledge, clinical experience and clinical reasoning skills and techniques to assess, diagnose, plan and offer a range of treatment options; deliver, evaluate and amend the treatment plan.
To communicate effectively and work collaboratively with medical, nursing, other allied health professions and other colleagues to ensure delivery of a co-ordinated multidisciplinary service.
About us
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion is crucial to ensuring fairness, celebrating differences and creating environments where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.
To deliver the highest standard of care at Gloucestershire Hospitals, we foster an environment that promotes inclusivity, ensuring that both our staff can thrive and our patients receive services tailored to their needs.
Job description Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, motivated to develop their own skills and that of the service, providing high quality and evidence-based therapy.
As a Therapy Department we pride ourselves on developing staff with a dedicated Research and Development team providing CPD support to staff in all roles including to Masters levels and beyond.
The post holder would be required to contribute to the respiratory on call, weekend and extended hours rota.
Please see the copy of the detailed Job description attached to this advert for the full list of main responsibilities .
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Essential
Degree/diploma in Physiotherapy Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council Experience of working in the NHS in the UK Experience of supervising, appraising, and providing education/training to others Deliver a high level of skill in assessment and management of complex patients. Demonstrate excellent communication skills, verbal, non-verbal and written when interacting with patients/carers, other team members and the MDT. Knowledge of and ability to apply and utilise evidence-based practice, including National guidelines to deliver, evaluate and audit the service. Demonstrate the ability to network with other professionals and set up close working relations Work flexibly in response to the changing demands of the service and manage changes in service delivery in self and others.
Desirable
Drive a trust owned or privately owned vehicle with or without patients and /or escort present and /or equipment locally, except if disability or medical condition preclude driving. Have an understanding of the principles of physiotherapy as well as occupational therapy in order to contribute to the development of an integrated therapy service.
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 Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address Trustwide (Gloucester Royal Hospital and Cheltenham General Hospital)
Gloucestershire
GL1 3NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)