Band 7 Functional Neurological Disorders

2 weeks ago


Liverpool, United Kingdom The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Role summary To provide high quality, specialist physiotherapy assessments and intervention programmes for patients living with a Functional Neurological Disorder under the care of the Walton Centre. Evidence based pathways of care informing these interventions as appropriate. To work in collaboration with Consultants in Neurology, with the Specialist MDT and with the Therapy Managers to ensure services for patients with Functional Neurological Disorders are continually developed according to the changing needs of the patient and health priorities. To work as an integral member of the Trusts Functional Neurological Disorders team, working closely with colleagues and other members of the MDT.

Key responsibilities Establish and manage a complex clinical caseload of patients with a Functional Neurological Disorder appropriate to the service needs To influence and manage the physiotherapy service to patients with a Functional Neurological Disorder ensuring high level clinical assessment, intervention and signposting based on evidenced based care. To work collaboratively with other clinicians, including medical and nursing staff to influence service development and ensure quality of care is delivered To provide clinical education and training to other health care professionals Influence and participate in research, innovation and professional development for self and others. To provide professional support and supervision across the Physiotherapy Service as appropriate Clinical Responsibilities To be responsible for providing a specialist physiotherapy service within the Functional Neurological Disorders team at the Walton Centre, working in line with local and national policies and procedures To work flexible hours to meet the needs of patients and the service, including meetings and education sessions where appropiate. To perform comprehensive physiotherapy assessments, formulating and implementing specialist treatment plans where appropriate to patients with Functional Neurological Disorders.

To provide specialist physiotherapy advice to and confer with medical staff and other physiotherapists on the assessment, treatment and care of patients referred with complex Functional Neurological Disorders To undertake physiotherapy treatments for patients living with a broad range of complex impairments in a manner that respects peoples privacy, dignity and individuality in an environment that is appropriate to their physical and emotional needs To participate in multidisciplinary specialist clinics for patients with a Functional Neurological Disorders under the care of the Walton Centre To conduct risk assessments as appropriate during clinical assessments and treatments To be an active member of the MDT, and facilitate effective communication within Functional Neurological Disorder services and the wider Therapy services by attending regular team meetings as appropriate. To develop an understanding and appreciation of the role of the other disciplines within the Functional Neurological Disorders team and a knowledge of the impact of their role on physiotherapy practice To play a significant role in the effective internal and external two way communication with patients, carers and all other Health and Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. To work in collaboration with / refer to colleagues in hospital and community settings in response to identified patient needs, ensuring effective and efficient use of these services To provide and receive high levels of complex information that requires empathy, tact and reassurance, and utilise the required skills when communicating in situations where there may be barriers to understanding Clinical Governance To comply with health and safety policies of the Trust including adhering to Lone Working Procedures and undertaking all Trust mandatory training at the required intervals To be involved in the development of departmental procedures and guidelines on areas of clinical relevance To contribute to and take appropriate action in seeking to fulfill the action plans of the WCFT in compliance with clinical governance and national guidelines To ensure that any equipment, furniture or building in need of repair is reported to the correct authority To comply with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy standards and rules of professional conduct. To be involved in clinical audit through developing and actively participating in audits within the Out-Patient service and the Therapy department To promote best clinical practice for the Out-Patient therapy service ensuring a high standard of patient care is provided.

To be involved in the development of care pathways / standards of care for people with MS under the care of the centre reflecting national standards To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations Research and Development To actively participate in research studies of relevance to the Functional Neurological Disorders Service



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