Position Overview
Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a dedicated Band 6 Senior Physiotherapist to join our team of allied health professionals. This role is ideal for those looking to gain experience within a dynamic and fast-paced acute teaching hospital environment. The position involves participation in our General Rotation, offering a wide range of learning opportunities across various medical disciplines.
Job Title: Senior Physiotherapist – General Rotational
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £35,392 to £42,618 per year
Application Deadline: 15 August 2024
Rotation Areas
- Inpatients: Medicine, Respiratory, Rapid Response (Admission Avoidance), Trauma Orthopaedics, Oncology, No Criteria to Reside Unit, Neurosurgery
- Outpatients: MSK, Paediatrics, Day Surgery
- Community: Hull and East Riding Falls Service
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will:
- Deliver assessments and evidence-based treatments to patients in acute care, enhancing recovery and promoting well-being.
- Participate in both inpatient and outpatient services, as well as community locations, supporting our seven-day service model.
- Actively contribute to the multidisciplinary team, building networks with various agencies to address immediate patient needs.
- Support and guide Band 5 physiotherapists transitioning into senior roles, with the possibility of development from Band 5 to Band 6 for suitable candidates.
- Engage in operational management, service planning, development, and teaching activities.
- Serve as a role model, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and motivating the team.
- Participate in the Respiratory On-call Service and work shifts up to 8 pm as required.
Essential Qualifications and Skills
- Education: Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy (e.g., degree) with current HCPC registration.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 months of recent NHS experience in an acute hospital setting.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of NHS discharge systems, evidence of achieving relevant B5 core physiotherapy competencies.
- Mobility: Must be able to drive or demonstrate independent travel capability to patients’ residences in the community.
Desirable Qualifications and Skills
- Relevant postgraduate qualification or studies (e.g., PG Cert/Diploma).
- Completion of a student educator course at a UK institution.
- Achievement of Respiratory/on-call competencies in recent roles.
About Us
The Humber Health Partnership is one of the largest acute and community healthcare collaborations within the NHS, managing a budget of over £1.3 billion and serving over 1.65 million people annually. Comprised of the Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (NLAG) and Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (HUTH), we operate five major hospital sites.
As teaching hospitals affiliated with Hull York Medical School, we actively lead and contribute to research in areas such as biomedical sciences, cardiovascular and respiratory medicine, and oncology. Our commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and innovation enables us to deliver exceptional patient care and foster a thriving workforce.
Additional Information
- Visa Sponsorship: Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship are welcome.
- Disclosure Check: This position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
- Professional Registration: Current UK professional registration is mandatory.
Employer: Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
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