Rehabilitation Physiotherapist

Job Overview

This is a remarkable opportunity for a dedicated, organized, and passionate Rehabilitation Physiotherapist to become a part of the Community Stroke Service within our integrated healthcare team.

In this role, you will collaborate with a diverse group of therapists and support staff from various disciplines, focusing on assessment and rehabilitation. This multifaceted position allows for the enhancement of clinical expertise in stroke recovery.

We seek a Physiotherapist with substantial skills and experience in evaluating and treating stroke patients to join our collaborative multidisciplinary team. A genuine enthusiasm for patient interaction, exceptional communication abilities, adaptability, effective time management, and strong organizational skills are crucial for success in this position. Additionally, the role requires travel, making car ownership necessary.

You will benefit from support through performance reviews, mentorship, team discussions, and access to internal training programs.

Main Responsibilities

To deliver a high-quality physiotherapy service to patients within the specialized area.

To function as an accountable and independent practitioner, managing your own caseload.

To collaborate with the Pathway and Team leaders in the planning, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of the Physiotherapy service within the specialty on a daily basis.

To provide support and clinical supervision to less experienced physiotherapy staff and students.

To act as a deputy for Team leaders when necessary.

To maintain accurate records of patient interactions using both written documentation and electronic data systems.

To contribute to out-of-hours service provision as required.

To ensure ongoing professional competency.

About Us

Join a Trust recognized for excellence by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust has achieved an outstanding rating following our recent inspection, and we are seeking new team members to help us elevate our services even further.

We offer a wide range of services across Warwickshire and beyond, including hospitals and community services. Our organization is progressive and expanding, with a strong commitment to enhancing quality, integrating care pathways, and achieving high productivity levels.

Our core values emphasize being 'Trusted to provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.' Throughout the recruitment process, you will be encouraged to reflect on how you embody these values and their impact on your professional conduct.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical

To obtain informed consent from each patient prior to assessment and treatment, adhering to Trust policies regarding consent.

To conduct comprehensive physiotherapy assessments for individual patients, including those with complex presentations, utilizing clinical examination, observation, and manual assessment techniques.

To apply advanced clinical reasoning to formulate diagnoses and establish therapeutic objectives.

To design and implement individualized physiotherapy treatment plans based on evidence-based practices, employing manual techniques, patient education, exercise programs, and other modalities as appropriate.

To assess patient progress, reassess, and modify treatment plans as necessary.

To develop discharge plans and recommend the best course of interventions.

To make informed clinical decisions regarding discharge planning and referrals to other services.

Communication

To effectively communicate clinical diagnoses and treatment plans to patients and their families.

To engage with patients, relatives, and colleagues professionally and appropriately, maximizing rehabilitative potential through various communication methods.

To maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation in accordance with professional standards and Trust policies.

Education

To participate in the staff appraisal process and adhere to personal and professional development plans.

To maintain and enhance specialist knowledge through continuous professional development activities.

To engage in clinical supervision of less experienced staff and students through teaching and mentoring.

To ensure the safe and competent use of physiotherapy equipment and to provide training to others as necessary.

Management/Professional

To organize and prioritize your caseload effectively to meet service demands.

To mentor less experienced staff and provide guidance as needed.

To supervise and assess physiotherapy students, demonstrating advanced clinical skills.

To identify opportunities for service improvement and implement changes with senior support.

To maintain high standards of practice and contribute to the Trust's governance agenda.

To ensure compliance with health and safety policies and report incidents appropriately.

Qualifications

Essential

Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy Membership with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council Evidence of postgraduate training relevant to clinical specialisms Demonstrated clinical experience within relevant specialisms

Experience

Essential

Postgraduate experience as a rotational band 5 covering core areas Experience working within a Physiotherapy and multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Experience in clinical education and supervision Involvement in clinical audit and research Ability to act as a peer mentor

Skills

Essential

Specialist knowledge within the post specialism Ability to problem-solve complex patient presentations Strong documentation skills Proficient computer skills for job requirements

Personal Qualities

Essential

Effective communication skills Ability to work collaboratively within a team Self-motivated and organized Flexibility in working hours to meet patient needs

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