Lead Respiratory Physiotherapist

3 weeks ago

Plymouth, Plymouth, United Kingdom Livewell Southwest Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity is available within our Community Respiratory Team. Collaborating with a dedicated group of Respiratory Specialist Nurses, Physiotherapists, and Clinical Support Workers, the selected candidate will play a vital role in managing chronic lung diseases and reducing hospital admissions through comprehensive assessment, support, education, and monitoring of patients with intricate respiratory issues in their residences.

Delivering Pulmonary Rehabilitation sessions is a key aspect of this role, where the incumbent will be pivotal in conducting weekly exercise and educational classes, both in-person and virtually, aimed at preventing the progression of various respiratory ailments. The role also involves contributing to the National Accreditation of the Pulmonary Rehabilitation program.

This is an exciting time to join the Community Respiratory Team, which emphasizes continuous education and professional growth.

This position requires travel to various locations, including patients' homes and online engagements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide expert physiotherapy assessment and treatment for patients, including those with highly complex conditions, and develop tailored treatment plans.

2. Coordinate and lead pulmonary rehabilitation sessions across the designated area.

3. As a member of the multidisciplinary Respiratory Team, adopt a holistic approach to patient management, recognizing patients' expertise in their own care.

4. Conduct formal educational sessions within your area of expertise for patients, pulmonary rehabilitation groups, and multidisciplinary colleagues.

5. Offer specialized advice and support to multidisciplinary team members within the organization.

6. Engage in evidence-based audits and research projects as required, contributing to service development and exploring innovative practices.

7. Mentor and assess the performance of physiotherapy students and junior staff through supervision, training, and evaluations.

Organizational Overview

Livewell Southwest is a recognized, independent social enterprise delivering integrated health and social care services across various regions. Our teams operate in community hospitals, GP practices, sports centers, and health and wellbeing hubs.

We are committed to a culture of kindness, respect, inclusivity, ambition, responsibility, and collaboration. Our mission is to transform services to ensure sustainability while valuing, supporting, and empowering our staff.

We prioritize the involvement of the individuals we serve, their families, and caregivers in all aspects of our work, striving for co-production to deliver optimal care at the right time and place. By centering our services around the needs of individuals, we aim to support them in leading healthy, independent lives.

Professional Development

We invest in our employees' growth, offering:

  • Protected Continuing Professional Development (CPD) time for registered staff
  • Various development pathways and ongoing training opportunities
  • Leadership and mentoring programs
  • Access to funding for training, including Care Certificate and Assistant Practitioners Course
  • A robust preceptorship and tailored induction program
  • Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme membership for existing members

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

  • Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy
  • HCPC Registration
  • Experience in managing patients with a variety of respiratory conditions
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload

Desirable:

  • Evidence of relevant postgraduate education
  • Previous experience at Band 6 level
  • Experience in pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Experience in supervising and developing junior staff

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team who is committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve.

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