About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Trauma and Orthopaedic (T+O) Physiotherapist to join Bristol Foundation Trust, as a Team Lead Physiotherapist with an interest in Limb Reconstruction. The post will mainly be based at Bristol Royal Infirmary where the limb reconstruction MDT clinics and an outpatient'frame class' are currently held, the role may evolve to include work at Southmead hospital where the limb reconstruction surgery is carried out.We are looking to recruit a creative and passionate physiotherapist to provide outstanding clinical and professional contributions to our team. The combined role has 2 elements.
Firstly, a Team Lead for the T+O Therapy Team (22.5hr/week). This will include supporting the team to delivery high-quality therapy to a varied inpatient caseload of patients including elderly trauma,orthopaedics and major trauma.
Secondly, the post holder will lead on the delivery of therapy to patients within in the limb reconstruction pathway (15hr/week) - this includes the whole patient journey from pre-op, inpatients post-op, follow up and groups. The Trust runs a large tertiary service as a specialist limb reconstruction centre, managing complex elective and trauma cases. The post holder will work closely with the limb reconstruction team and participate in the multidisciplinary clinics.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will share the team lead role with another Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapists. They will join a team which includes a Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist, TraumaRehab Coordinators, static and rotational band 6 Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, rotational band 5 Therapists and Therapy Technicians. In collaboration with the Pathway Lead, they will support delivery of a high quality and responsive service, including responsibility for the operational management and leadership of the team, ensuring patients receive up-to-date, evidence-based treatments and implement clinical standards.
The successful applicant will be an integral part of the T+O service. This includes providing clinical support, attending, and inputting to regular combined meetings and in-service training and contributing to service development by being aware of the national and local agendas.
We are looking for a compassionate, proactive, and driven individual who is confident to challenge current practice and motivated to deliver a patient-centred service. Applicants should have excellent communication, organisation, and inter-personal skills.
About us
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust brings together more than 28,000 staff to deliver over 160 clinical services across thirteen hospital locations,operatingfrom three main sites at Southmead, Bristol citycentreand Weston.
With an annual turnover of £2.3 billion, we are now one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that theSouth Westhas to offer.
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust values all people as individuals. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit andretaina workforce whichrepresentsthe rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your applicationin order toensurewe'remeeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Are you a motivated and skilled clinician, with previous experience in T+O and an understanding of the limb reconstruction patient pathway? Are you able to demonstrate advanced skills in assessment, clinical reasoning, and treatment of a range of complex patient presentations? If so, please consider applying.
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Degree or Diploma in Physiotherapy
- Health Professions Council registered
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
- Involvement in Relevant Special Clinical Interest Groups
- Ionising Radiation (Medication Exposure) Regulation education
Experience and ability
Essential
- A variety of experience in acute core areas, as postgraduate physiotherapist i.e T&O, musculoskeletal, respiratory & neurological, dealing with a wide range of patients with differing needs
- Ability to cope in a stressful environment undertaking moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential
- In depth clinical knowledge in trauma and orthopaedics underpinned by theory and practical experience
- Demonstrate Assessment, Analytical & Reflective skills across a diverse patient group
- Ability to effectively perform patient assessments & interventions, including manual therapy & therapeutic handling
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential
- Effective communication skills both verbal & written
- Ability to plan, prioritise & delegate
- Ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Excellent organisational skills
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical Governance & its application to Physiotherapy
- Ability to effect & manage change
- Leadership Skills
- Competent IT Skills
- Presentation skills
Desirable
- Ionising Radiation (Medication Exposure) Regulation education
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy team & multidisciplinary team at a senior level
- Previous experience at Band 6 or equivalent
- Experience of working with limb reconstruction patients or able to demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of this pathway
Experience
Essential
- Contributing to clinical education of less experienced staff, students or assistants
- Evidence of previous experience & participation in audit
- Experience of discharge planning
Personal qualities
Essential
- Credible & mature attitude, which is recognised & respected by other staff
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
Bristol NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol
BS2 8HW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)