Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist

Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist - Active Together ProgrammeThis is a very exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist to support the development, implementation, continuous monitoring and improvement of the Active Together Programme for a 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave.The role of clinical specialist physiotherapist is to lead, deliver and sustain the success of the exercise element of the Active Together Programme at Airedale, working collaboratively with the operational manager. The Active Together programme runs alongside the existing diagnostic and treatment pathways to ensure patients are optimally prepared for treatment and beyond. It aims to maximise resilience to treatment, improve longer term health, minimise side effects and empower patients to be partners in their healthcare.The programme combines physical activity, nutritional support and psychological support alongside the clinical pathway. This is a funded 5-year staged implementation programme. Patients receive individual assessments and are triaged into a support pathway suitable to their needs. This is delivered within locality or selected facilities closest to the patient's home or may be a self-management pathway.You will be joining a small friendly team based at Skipton Hospital consisting of the Operational Manager, another Physiotherapist, a Dietitian, a Psychologist, and plans to recruit a Project co-ordinator, and Fitness Instructors in the future.Main duties of the jobLead and support the implementation of the Cancer Prehabilitation services at Airedale NHS foundation trust, in conjunction with the Operation LeadCoordinate Physiotherapy input to patients referred into the Airedale NHS foundation trust Cancer Prehabilitation service.Provide Physiotherapy leadership for an evidence-based physical activity rehabilitation pathway for people with a cancer diagnosis, with curative intent, across multiple cancer pathways.Be an integral part of the Cancer Prehabilitation team working alongside the operational lead and the MDT to deliver a high-quality effective serviceWork with professional groups and services to ensure that developments within the service meet national, local, and organisational priorities in relation to service delivery, clinical governance, and leadership, aiming to ensure that statutory procedures are appropriately managed and deliveredAssess and treat own complex caseload of patients/clientsDesign and implement clinical protocols for the physical activity and exercise components of the pathwayAct as a professional resource and advisor, providing support and guidance on all matters concerning cancer rehabilitation including embedding principles of co-production, value-based care, prudent healthcare, supporting self-management and protecting the most vulnerableProvide a key role in partnership working with patients, carers, the MDT, and wider statutory, private, and voluntary sector services.About usAiredale NHS Foundation Trust Therapy Services have been working collaboratively with Yorkshire Cancer Research and Sheffield Hallam University to deliver the Active Together programme for people of Airedale, Wharfedale and Craven who have been diagnosed with cancer. We are currently working with patients diagnosed with colorectal, or breast cancer, with plans to open up to other cancer sites.We are delighted to offer a wide range of benefits to employees including:Cycle to WorkTravel SchemeChildcare Vouchers with Salary SacrificeOnsite NurseryBuying and Selling Annual LeaveCar LeasingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeEmployee Health and WellbeingExtensive Reward SchemeCounselling ServiceFinancial packages including Vivup and WagestreamStaff Networks, Enable, Rainbow, Gender, Race Equality Ecoaware & Admin Network.Our values:We understand that it's down to the hard work, effort and dedication of our staff that makes a difference for our patients. Our people really do make our Airedale experience - we take pride in fostering a friendly, effective and caring work environment. Our values are part of our DNA, which are:Committed to Quality of CareCompassionWorking together for patientsImproving LivesEveryone CountsRespect and DignityGot questions before you apply, please contact the recruiting manager to find out more.Job responsibilitiesIf you are applying internally please make ensure you have your line manager's support for this secondment.Please see attached job description for full detailsPrinciple duties and responsibilitiesLeadership and managementPersonal and professional developmentService improvement and governanceProfessional registrationOther including collaborative workingPerson SpecificationQualificationsHCPC registration as PhysiotherapistCompletion of course in professional practice educcationDegree or equivalent pre-registration award in PhysiotherapyMember of relevant Professional special interest groups (CSP).Recent post graduate courses relevant to the Cancer/Cancer rehabilitation.Recent post graduate courses in Leadership/Management.ExperienceComprehensive, relevant, and recent experience working including wide clinical experience at Band 5 and 6 levelsExperience of Oncology and Palliative care work.Experience of multidisciplinary team workingExperience of managing other people including conducting annual reviewsExperience of use of IT applicationsRecent experience of leadership /management roleExperience of leading on Projects/ service improvementsExperience in dealing with Human Resource issues such as recruitment and retention, performance management and sickness.Experience of setting up a serviceKnowledgeSpecialist level of knowledge and clinical reasoning skills to support expert clinical practice in cancer care and rehabilitationKnowledge of the roles of other professionals and the principles of partnership working with key stakeholdersKnowledge of treatments and consequences of treatment related side effects on a person living with and beyond cancersSkillsExcellent planning and organisational skills and ability to facilitate these skills in others.Excellent interpersonal skills for developing complex working relationships, expressing opinions constructively, seeking consensus and maintaining networksExcellent presentation skills, both written and verbal, and ability to adjust style and content as appropriate.Ability to chair meetings and facilitate workshops effectively.Ability to adjust management style to suit the situation.OtherUK Driving licenceAccess to own transportDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. #J-18808-Ljbffr