HealthJobsUK

Job overview

Static Orthopaedic Physiotherapist- Band 6

6 Month secondment- Full time or Part time

The opportunity has arisen to offer a Band 6 Static Orthopaedic Physiotherapist position within the Inpatient department at Dorset County Hospital. 

The successful applicant will gain experience of treating a wide variety of clinical conditions and will also develop their leadership skills by appraisal and supervision of junior staff and students. We are committed to your continued professional development and provide a structured in service training programme alongside a directed training package. Your development will be overseen by experienced Band 7 Therapists.

Due to our strong commitment to staff development and teaching, we may also be able to offer the right candidate a one year band 5 accelerating to band 6 development programme.

Once deemed competent the post holder will be required to work at weekends on a roster basis as part of 7 day working or as part of a weekend rota.

Main duties of the job

Main duties will include the following:

• You will undertake all aspects of clinical duties and carry a significant caseload of patients as an autonomous practitioner, including those with complex presentations
• Supervision to be held in the form of regular training and clinical reasoning sessions, peer review and case conferences
• You will be responsible for supervising designated members of staff within the specialist team.
• In conjunction with the Team Lead, you will participate in a rolling programme of education, clinical evaluation, audit and research across the speciality.
• You will be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of work, and the work of staff under your supervision. This will include management of clinical risk, clinical governance, knowledge of indications and precautions of chosen techniques in line with National and Trust clinical guidelines and protocols where they exist.
• You will be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development. Ensure that your practice meets the required professional standards of physiotherapy practice
• You will facilitate implementation and evaluation of physiotherapy clinical outcomes within a designated pathway and monitor adherence with professional and national standards.
• You may be required to work at any of the sites within the Trust.

Working for our organisation

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a modern District General Hospital, offering an excellent working environment. The Therapy department is committed to forging links with Bournemouth University, engaging with regional and national networks and increasing our involvement in therapy research. 

Much of West Dorset is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty, and the Jurassic coastline is protected by World Heritage status. There are numerous beaches within easy reach, and Portland Harbour promotes a wide range of water sport activities. The area is largely rural, with good rail and road links. The closest airport is situated in Bournemouth.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We would welcome applications from people in groups which are under-represented in our organisation.