Specialist Physiotherapist

Job summary

Are you passionate about supporting patients in their own homes, and committed to improving their quality of life? Do you feel ready for a new challenge and to make a difference to others alongside a fun, supportive and friendly team?

We are seeking a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to join York Therapy Community Team - to deliver high standards of Holistic and Physiotherapy interventions to patients within their own place of residence.

Our well-established team covers the historical city of York. The team consists of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Generic Therapy assistants.

This role will involve using health coaching skills to effectively engage with the patient and their family to ensure expectations are appropriately managed.

You will be based at eitherNelsons Court, Nelsons Lane, York ,YO24 1HD or White Cross Court, 1 Wilson Drive, York, YO31 8FT

You will need to have access to a vehicle that can be used for business purposes and hold a full and valid driving licence (role will involve travel to numerous addresses that cannot be easily accessed by public transport means).

Main duties of the job

To undertake specialist physiotherapy assessment and management of patients referred to the York Community Therapy Team . To determine clinical diagnosis/need and deliver physiotherapy intervention as indicated. To provide support, specialist advice and training to more junior members of staff and students. To act as a resource within the department and Trust, providing specialist information and advice regarding patients. To maintain records as an autonomous practitioner in accordance with legislation, professional and service policy. Provide support to other colleagues when dealing with this group of patients. To be responsible for a defined area of service working without direct supervision. Clinical work is not routinely evaluated, however clinical work will be evaluated in line with Trust and service objectives. Access and advice is available from senior professional colleagues if required. Initiate evidence-based audit and projects to evaluate and improve clinical practice. Initiate and evaluate user involvement and where appropriate make local service changes.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit you application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: .

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

Degree in Physiotherapy Evidence of relevant specialist post graduate CPD activities HCPC Registered Physiotherapist Evidence of post graduate training within specialist area

Desirable

Practice placement supervisor qualification

Experience & Knowledge Required

Essential

Experience in a relevant junior role, including the management of a range of conditions, with evidence of additional knowledge acquired through formal and informal training and supervision Evidence of ability to manage complex clinical presentations. Experience in delivering clinical treatment within specialist area. Developed / Specialist clinical skills within relevant area.

Desirable

Experience of training/supporting others (including students) within specialist clinical area Delivery of relevant research projects

Skills & Attributes

Essential

Ability to demonstrate appropriate engagement with others and understanding of the impact of good and poor communication Ability to work as an effective member of multidisciplinary team

Desirable

Evidence of personal development in relevant area

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