About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust for an experienced band 5 or existing band 6 physiotherapist to develop their skills and knowledge within the speciality of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy within a supportive team.
The pelvic health physiotherapy service is based at Homerton Hospital with a responsibility to provide inpatient and outpatient services, community clinics and group exercise and advice sessions. The service has close links with gynaecology, urology, colorectal and sexual health consultants, midwives, specialist nurses and GP services. The service is led by the pelvic health physiotherapy team lead and the wider Outpatient therapies lead. The Pelvic health team consists of a Band 7 lead and two rotational staff members, a static Band 6 member in addition to the role advertised.
Pelvic Health experience would be advantageous but an MSK physiotherapist with enthusiasm and drive to develop within the speciality of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy would be considered. Potential funding is available for courses specific to development into this area. You will be encouraged and supported to develop your clinical, teaching and managerial skills and be actively involved in service development.
Main duties of the job
Main duties include:
Provide specialised physiotherapy management for a range of perinatal conditions Participate in the appraisal, clinical supervision and continuous professional development of junior staff, physiotherapy assistants and students Participate in ongoing service development and evaluation Practice in a diverse cultural and socioeconomic locality
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications Essential
Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC
Desirable
Relevant post graduate courses/training/CPD Member of relevant special interest group
Knowledge Essential
Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues Knowledge of physiotherapy best practise for a range of Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy conditions Awareness of clinical audit and evidence-based practice. Knowledge of appropriate red flags for these specialist patient groups Knowledge of principles of Risk Management Awareness of NHS and Trust systems, policies, procedures and current changes
Desirable
Knowledge of current professional and NHS issues Awareness of impact of socioeconomic factors on health Knowledge of appraisal cycle
Experience Essential
Broad general clinical experience Experience managing a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions Maintaining relevant range of CPD activities
Desirable
Experience of working within a diverse socioeconomic/multicultural society. Experience of working in different health care environments
Skills/ Abilities Essential
Able to manage caseload and to prioritise under pressure. Able to demonstrate effective written & verbal communication skills Able to work within an MDT. Able to assess and implement appropriate treatment for a range of patients. Good IT skills
Desirable
Supervision/appraisal (PTA,St,Physio) Presentation skills
Trust Values/ Other Essential
Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values. Commitment and adherence to the Equality Act
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.
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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 Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Homerton Row
London
E9 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.homerton.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)