About this role
Job summary
Band 7 Physiotherapist - Specialising in Neuro-orthotics part time 22.5 hours a week (WTE 0.6). Permanent contract.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the dynamic and innovative physiotherapy department at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery working in the neuro-orthotics team. We welcome applications for this part-time Band 7 Physiotherapist role (22.5 hours per week).
Main duties of the job
You must have substantial postgraduate experience in a physical, neurological setting. Effective communication and a positive approach to the management of complex disability are essential. Regular supervision and support for continued professional development is offered, and the opportunity to work on projects within your peer group.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland StreetWe are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
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Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/ Training Essential
Degree/or equivalent in Physiotherapy Registered Physiotherapist (HPC) Post graduate neurosciences courses Active member of a neurosciences interest group Student supervision or teaching skills course
Desirable
Experience of working in the NHS Member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
Experience Essential
5 years post-graduate work experience at appointment 2 years specific neurological experience Broad range of experience at junior level including ITU, medical, surgical, neurology, musculoskeletal and elderly care Evidence of having worked unsupervised on an emergency and on-call and weekend rota assessing and treating patients with deteriorating respiratory and neurological status on ITU and the wards. Evidence of having supervised undergraduate physiotherapy students and/or evidence of having supervised qualified physiotherapists being responsible for undertaking IPR and their professional development. Experience of teaching a wide range of groups (for example physiotherapy colleagues, students, physiotherapy assistants, other MDT members). Evidence of participation in audit. Evidence of active participation in and organisation of in-service training programmes.
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Autonomous practitioner who is able to work unsupervised at a specialist level. Ability to supervise staff whom will be directly accountable to the post-holder. Ability to work efficiently, effectively and professionally as part of a multi-disciplinary team, understanding the role and nature of team working. Evidence of up to date Continued Professional Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, in-service training, any courses attended and clinical experience gained Evidence of initiative. Demonstrate good time management skills A positive approach to the treatment of acute, chronic and progressive disability. Effective written communication skills, including accurate record keeping using POMR system.
Desirable
Evidence of effective presentation and training skills. Commitment to teaching at a pre and postgraduate level. Ability to respond to calls for advice from patients and from health care professional workers nationally and internationally Competent IT skills
Other Requirements Essential
The physical capabilities to manage patients with acute and long term neurological disability both on the wards and in the therapy treatment areas The ability to work un-social hours The ability to travel to NHNN within a 45 minutes or to be prepared to stay in an on-call room when necessary
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 University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery
Queen Square
London
WC1N 3BG
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)