Advanced Physiotherapist

Palliative Care Physiotherapist Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic physiotherapist to join the Palliative Care Therapy Team in Bolton. The team provides therapy input to individuals with malignant or non-malignant conditions who have a limited life expectancy.

Main Duties

• Work as an autonomous practitioner within the palliative care service, supported by highly specialist therapists.
• Perform therapeutic assessments of patients with palliative and end-of-life care needs, providing diagnoses and developing individualized treatment programs.
• Provide specialist knowledge, skills, and advice to clients and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Supervise, educate, and assess students and junior staff performance.

About the Role

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust provides services across the north-west side of Greater Manchester, including hospital services in Bolton and community services in Bolton, Salford, Ashton, Leigh, and Wigan. The Trust is a progressive, expanding organization with a focus on improving quality, integrating pathways, and delivering high levels of productivity.

As a Palliative Care Physiotherapist, you will be part of a high-performing integrated care team, working closely with the wider palliative care team to ensure the palliative rehabilitation needs of the Bolton population are met.

Person Specification

• Qualified physiotherapist with a degree or diploma.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Relevant post-registration education.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Palliative care passport.
• Enhanced or advanced communication skills.
• Psychological level 2 training.

Key Skills and Knowledge

• Good clinical reasoning skills and reflective practice.
• Ability to perform assessments of patients with diverse presentations and provide diagnoses.
• Clear, concise written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.

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