Neurophysiotherapy Specialist

Job Title: Specialist Neurophysiotherapist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Neuro Physiotherapist to develop and consolidate their clinical and leadership skills in a specialist community neuro rehabilitation setting. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic, supportive team and have the opportunity to develop and consolidate their clinical and leadership skills.

Main Duties:

The post holder will undertake a complex clinical workload and be an expert in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis, and treatment of neurological conditions. They will also be responsible for supervising physiotherapists, therapy assistants, and students, and supporting other clinical colleagues in the team as required.

About Us:

Surrey Downs Health and Care deliver care closer to people's own communities through our Primary Care Networks, Community Hospitals, Specialist Services, and our innovative partnership of local NHS organisations. We have a track record of providing person-centered care that goes beyond organisational boundaries to do what is best for the individual.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Provide highly specialist Neurophysio services to adults referred to the community.
2. Provide specialist and multi-disciplinary assessment of adults taking into account all necessary factors.
3. Develop and provide Physio training within the department and to other professionals, families/carers, and students.
4. Act as a knowledgeable resource regarding physical impairments following Neurological injury to other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
5. Ensure that clients and relatives are involved with the planning and implementation of their care plans wherever possible.
6. Design and implement individual specialist therapy programs and evaluate their effectiveness.
7. Develop effective relationships for information sharing and service development with GPs, social services, and other members of the MDT at the base at Epsom and in community.
8. Undertake research and development to improve services and outcomes.
9. Maintain timely and accurate case notes and provide written reports reflecting specialist practice.
10. Follow the Chartered Society for Physiotherapy (CSP) and the Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC) policies and professional codes of conduct.

Person Specification:

Experience:

• Experience working as a Physiotherapist.

Knowledge:

• Evidence of higher learning in specialist Physio field.

Qualifications:

• HCPC Registration.