About this role
Job summary
We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Specialist Physiotherapist to join our Trauma Team at the University Hospital Llandough.
As part of this specialist team, you will:
Work acrossmultipletrauma wards, gaining clinical experiencewith avarietyof traumapatients.
Deliver high-quality, individualized treatment programmes for patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological needs.
Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless patient care and support the flow of patients through our specialist trauma unit.
What We Offer
A welcoming and supportive environment where you can develop your clinicalexpertiseand leadership skills.
Opportunities to contribute to our dedicated trauma weekend service and work within a flexible 7-day job plan.
Strong academic links with Cardiff University, including involvement in clinical placements for physiotherapy students.
WhatWe'reLooking For
Relevant clinical experience, skills and enthusiasm for trauma rehabilitation.
Ability to work flexibly across different patterns to meet service needs.
Commitment to delivering high-quality care and supporting patients through complex recovery journeys.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
To work alongside members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver physiotherapy services to patients within these specialist clinical areas. This will include patients with multi-pathology and complex need and those with cognitive and behavioural problems.
They will have responsibility for managing their own patient caseload. They will participate in the on call service (overnight and weekends) where they will work independently, managing the respiratory needs of complex critically ill patients.
In addition they will provide support for the clinical supervision of physiotherapists, student physiotherapists and support staff.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Skills Essential
Demonstrate specialist skills within the specialist clinical area Highly developed physical skills relevant to the clinical area e.g. manual techniques and therapeutic handling Excellent communication skills with healthcare professional and the public Proven ability to motivate others, promote coproduction and empower others Personal responsibility for learning and development
Desirable
Presentation skills
Other Essential
Experience of participation in respiratory on call duties. Experience in working flexibly in different work patterns , willingness to work flexible hours
Desirable
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this role Membership of relevant special interest group
Special Knowledge Essential
Evidence of relevant post graduate training courses Evidence of relevant C.P.D.
Experience Essential
Significant post registration experience in the specialist areas Previous clinical experience relevant to post Broad experience across physiotherapy Experience as working as part of an MDT Active involvement in service development and quality initiatives
Desirable
Clinical supervision experience Experience of teaching other disciplines
Qualification Essential
Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy HCPC Registration H.C.P.C. registration supplemented by specialist courses, CPD and experience across specialties gained from post-registration short rotations or equivalent
Desirable
Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Personal Qualities Essential
Ability to demonstrate empathy Professional confidence Ability to cope under pressure. demonstrating resilience
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 Cardiff and Vale University Health Board
Address University Hospital Llandough
Penlan Road
Penarth
CF64 2XX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)