Job summary
- Main area
- Physiotherapy
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 279-6452023-JUL24
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Worthing Hospital
- Town
- Worthing
- Salary
- £28,407 - £34,581 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 25/07/2024 23:59
Employer heading
Physiotherapist
Band 5
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - 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.
Job overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring physiotherapist to come and join our dynamic physiotherapy team. We are interested in applicants who are ready to start now, or qualifying this year with an aim to stat July- September.
The physiotherapy department is extremely supportive of all staff and especially to it's new Band 5's. We expect our Band 5's to show initiative and of course work hard, but alongside that we provide nurture, encouragement, training and support. Departmental training is provided and there is even a training programme for all Band 5's to help you develop your non-clinical skills.Not only is it an excellent place to work, but it's also an excellent place to live as it is very close to the vibrant city of Brighton where many of our staff live and commute from. Worthing is also a nice town and nothing beats going to the beach after work which is only 5 minutes' walk away.
As a Band 5 there are rotations in Respiratory (including intensive care, surgery and medicine), Orthopaedics, MSK Outpatients, Neuro and Department of Medicine for the Elderly. There are also opportunities to work in other areas as you progress as a Band 6. Unlike many large teaching hospital the team is of a size where all staff soon get to know each other which helps provide the friendly, supportive environment that we have here.
Main duties of the job
- To work as part of a Physiotherapy Team providing a high quality and comprehensive therapy service to patients
- To work independently and autonomously as well as working as part of a team and seeking support from senior physiotherapists as required
- To carry out comprehensive and appropriate assessments of patients with a variety of conditions and possible complex conditions
- To develop treatment plans and carry out treatment of patients with a variety of conditions and complex needs. To evaluate these treatment sessions and modify appropriately
- To take responsibility for own learning and to actively participate in CPD activities, IST, audit, evidence based projects and other activities aimed at enhancing the development of the individual and the service
- To rotate working in a variety of clinical settings, usually for a period of 4 months. The areas included in this post are
- Respiratory
- Musculoskeletal Outpatients
- Orthopaedics
- Front Door Frailty Team
- Neuro
- General Medicine
- To work respiratory on-calls and maintain competence in this area
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 provide effective physiotherapy care and treatment for patients, including those with complex needs. This will be achieved by using clinical skills, theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience, seeking guidance as required
- To assess the ability of the patient to give valid informed consent, while working within the legal framework with patients who occasionally may lack the capacity to consent to treatment
- To use all appropriate information from a variety of sources to ascertain the patients level of priority / urgency within the caseload
- To assess the patient appropriately using outcome measures, objective measures, subjective measures, evidence–based practice and awareness of the individual
- To carry out clinically reasoned, individualised, evidence-based treatments safely and effectively
- To risk assess to ensure the treatment plan is safe for the patient and all professionals involved
- To monitor patients during treatment sessions and be able to detect changes in health and summon assistance if required with the appropriate degree of urgency
- To identify progression and regression in patients and adapt treatments accordingly and liaise with MDT regarding this
- To take responsibility for electing when to withdraw or withhold physiotherapy intervention from individuals when appropriate based on robust clinical decision making, seeking advice where required.
- To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your professional activities working within codes or practice and professional guidelines.
- To keep up to date with clinical developments, analysing current research and discussing and implementing changes in clinical practice.
- To participate in the on call respiratory rota’s (this involves evening and weekend working.)
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy. Portfolio of learning / documented continuous professional development
- State registration (HCPC) or applied for
Desirable criteria
- Member of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy.
Training and Experience
Essential criteria
- Basic understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for the service
- Ability to comprehend and work within the trusts data protection, health and safety and equality and diversity policies
- Awareness of own learning needs
- Experience in an NHS department
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patients notes
Communication and Relationship
Essential criteria
- Demonstrates effective communication with patients, staff other professionals
- To be able to overcome potential barriers to communication
- Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
Desirable criteria
- Basic presentation skills
Planning and Organisational
Essential criteria
- Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate
- Ability to present information in a clear and logical manner (orally or written.)
Ability to present information
Essential criteria
- Ability to interpret assessment findings and form clinically reasoned treatment plans
- Ability to create patient centred goals using the assessment findings, patient views and input of the MDT
- Demonstrate awareness of service developments and the importance of initiatives to improve patient experience and efficiency of the service
Human Resources
Essential criteria
- Experience of teaching or peer assisted learning in a clinical setting
- Continued professional development diary including evidence of reflective practice, in-service training and clinical experiences gained
- Awareness of own learning needs
Research and Development
Essential criteria
- Remains up to date with current relevant evidence
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Hayley Fairclough
- Job title
- Lead Physiotherapist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01903 205111
- Additional information
For further information please contact:
Hayley Fairclough or Jo Findlay
[email protected] or [email protected]
Ext: 85591
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