About this role
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS trust for an enthusiastic and dynamic physiotherapist who is ready to further develop andconsolidate their knowledge and skills on the assessment and management of musculoskeletal dysfunction during the childbearing year to pelvicfloor dysfunction. Our work includes managing obstetric and gynae-oncology wards, musculoskeletal obstetric and pelvic floor dysfunctionoutpatient clinics. Additionally you will have the opportunity to lead patient education classes.
The Pelvic Health physiotherapy team works alongside the expert MSK Physiotherapy and MCATTS team's; working together with patient care,in-service training and research and service development. The service continues to grow and currently has a B8 Clinical Lead-Specialist, x3 B7Highly Specialist Physiotherapists, x2 Static Band 6, Rotational Band 6, Rotational Band 5 and a Static Band 4.
Main duties of the job
You will be currently working at Band 5/6 level and have some experience of working in a pelvic health physiotherapy and/or musculoskeletalsetting either at undergraduate or post qualification level. You will be responsible for assisting the Highly Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapistin the daily operational management of this speciality. You will be responsible for supervising and appraising Band 4 and 5 staff andphysiotherapy students.
About us
At GSTT, we are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and continuously improving our services. You will join a dynamic and forward-thinking team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence in pain management.
We are committed to training and development of all our staff and offer a structured teaching programme. Please ensure you meet all theessential criteria for this job before applying. You must have appropriate UK professional registration and evidence of working in the NHS.
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide a high standard physiotherapy service to patients referred to the Pelvic Health Physiotherapy Team at Guys and St Thomas Hospitaltrust. The post will support the clinical specialist physiotherapist in Pelvic Health physiotherapy and manage an outpatient caseload as well asproviding a service across obstetric and gynaecology wards.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy HCPC registration Evidence of Continued Professional Development including attendance at recent post graduate courses relevant to the clinical field
Desirable
Full Membership of ACPWH
Knowledge Essential
Good clinical knowledge relevant to physiotherapy within a Pelvic Health setting Understanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for physiotherapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
Desirable
Experience of the research process
Experience Essential
Broad range of experience, as an autonomous practitioner, at Band 5 level in acute and chronic respiratory care, acute and chronic rehabilitation and musculoskeletal work Experience of managing Pelvic Health patients in both in- and out- patient settings Experience of working as member of a physiotherapy team and of a multidisciplinary team within an NHS setting
Desirable
Previous experience at Band 6 level within a Pelvic Health setting Rotational work within the NHS Supervision of Band 5, PTA and Student
Skills Essential
Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate Good team working skills
Desirable
Competent IT skills Presentation skills
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 Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address Guys and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Westminster Bridge Rd
London
SE1 7EH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)