Team Lead Physiotherapist Cardiac Rehab
3 weeks ago
Job overview
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust has an exciting opportunity to recruit a Band 7 Team Lead Physiotherapist in Cardiac Rehab at St Richard's Hospital. The hours will need to be worked over Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. This role would suit a practitioner with highly developed leadership and people skills who are able to balance the day-to-day operational running and governance of a past paced, multi-faceted team with a clear vision for the future development of the service and staff. Candidates should be skilled in the assessment and treatment of complex cardiac patients as well as the long-term management of those with ongoing long term conditions. We are a research active therapies department with strong links to the Trust Research and Innovation Committee and local HEI's. We are continuing to develop local clinical research activity and will support staff to develop clinical academic careers. Full details of requirements for this role are detailed in the person specification within the job description.
Main duties of the job
To be responsible for the operational management of the Cardiac Rehab team based at St Richard's Hospital but running classes at St Richard's Hospital and Community locations. To be responsible for the training and development of the staff working in the cardiac rehabilitation team. To lead in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients who may have complex needs To provide an effective high quality service to all patients and assist with the supervision and teaching of physiotherapists/students/technicians/assistants in that speciality To provide skilled team leadership and service development To implement policy and policy changes in own clinical area and to assist with the setting and monitoring of standards of practice. To undertake evidence based projects in conjunction with the MDT, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in appropriate departmental research in this clinical area. To problem solve clinical and non-clinical complex situations To be prepared to participate in future 7 day service provision if applicable.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To be responsible for the operational management of the Cardiac Rehab team based at St Richard's Hospital but running classes at St Richard's Hospital and Community locations. To be responsible for the training and development of the staff working in the cardiac rehabilitation team. To lead in the advanced assessment, clinical diagnosis and treatment of patients who may have complex needs To provide an effective high quality service to all patients and assist with the supervision and teaching of physiotherapists/students/technicians/assistants in that speciality To provide skilled team leadership and service development To implement policy and policy changes in own clinical area and to assist with the setting and monitoring of standards of practice. To undertake evidence based projects in conjunction with the MDT, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in appropriate departmental research in this clinical area. To problem solve clinical and non-clinical complex situations To be prepared to participate in future 7 day service provision if applicable.·To take a lead role in the assessment, planning and treatment of patients on the Cardiac Rehabilitation Programme. To manage the comprehensive, evidence-based programme of exercise, education sessions and support, with patients who may have chronic or complex presentations.
·To co-ordinate and evaluate the Cardiac Rehabilitation exercise and education programme in partnership with the multidisciplinary team, and maintain records as an autonomous practitioner.
·To act as a source of expertise in the Physiotherapy identity and management of MI, revascularisation and other Cardiac surgery, and provide an education service to patients, carers, Physiotherapists, Physiotherapy students and other health care professionals.
·To be the Physiotherapy lead in the service development, planning and audit.
·To participate in the on-going education and training activities within Cardiac Rehabilitation Physiotherapy team.
·Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further detail.
·To undertake evidence-based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and to participate in departmental research and audit in clinical area.
·To participate in implementation of policy and policy changes in own clinical area, and to set and monitor standards of practice.
Person specification
Professional Registration
Essential criteria
State registration (HCPC)
Desirable criteria
BACPR membership
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
Diploma/degree in Physiotherapy Previous experience band 6/7 in speciality Recent relevant CPD BACPR Part 1&2 Activity and Exercise Course
Desirable criteria
Master’s degree in related subject Courses in management Respiratory Physiotherapy On call competence
Skills Clinical
Essential criteria
Proven leadership skills Proven specialist skills in Cardiac Rehab including decision making and problem solving Effective communication skills with MDT Specialist knowledge of relevant pathology and treatment concepts Team co-ordination and development skills Caseload management skills
People Management and Development
Essential criteria
Experience of teaching and staff development in a clinical setting, within and beyond physiotherapy department Continued professional development portfolio including evidence of reflective practice, in-service training, courses attended and clinical experiences gained Experience of resource allocation and skill mix awareness
Desirable criteria
Experience of recruitment processes Knowledge of disciplinary and capability procedures Experience of change management
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Desirable criteria
Knowledge of broader Trust and department agenda's-
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