Job summary
RAPID ASSESSMENT AND DISCHARGE SERVICE (RADS)
1 x STATIC BAND 5 PHYSIOTHERAPIST
Permanent position - flexible working patterns considered
We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our motivated and enthusiastic RADS team working across the Emergency Department at the Leicester Royal Infirmary. We are seeking applicants who are team players and enjoy the challenge of the acute setting.
Main duties of the job
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) is one of the largest and busiest NHS trusts in the country providing care for more than 1 million residents in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland. UHL provides nationally and internationally recognised specialist treatment services and prides itself on leading within the field of Geriatric Emergency Medicine.
The Therapy Service at UHL has a high profile within the Trust, this being reflected across our Emergency floor and the delivery of a Rapid Assessment and Discharge Service (RADS).
The RADS team are responsible for delivering comprehensive assessments for patients in our Emergency Department, Frailty Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) unit, Acute Frailty Unit and Medical Admissions Units. You will be working alongside a large Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) to support admission avoidance, optimise patient flow and enable timely discharges of patients. Furthermore, we are passionate abot promoting independence and preventing deconditioning in hospital.
The successful candidate would need to be flexible in their working as the service is provided over 7 days a week between 8am and 8pm. This is an exciting time for the team as we are developing a proactive response to the challenges of current healthcare.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a Physiotherapist who is committed to delivering high quality care in a busy environment. You will have the opportunity to develop and broaden your clinical skills alongside contributing to service development, clinical research and audits. As a team we pride ourselves on all providing a strong and supportive learning environment for all, including students.
You will receive regular supervision, yearly appraisal and regular in-service training. You will be encouraged and facilitated to seek learning opportunities in support of your continual professional development.
For additional information please contact RADS Clinical Team Leader Emily Crackell (emily.crackell@nhs.net) or Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist Hattie Hammond (hattie.hammond1@nhs.net)
Person Specification
Training and qualification
Essential
- Diploma in Physiotherapy or BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent
- State Registered Physiotherapist with Current HCPC registration
- Evidence of up to date professional portfolio with evidence of CPD and reflective practise
Desirable
- Membership of Chartered Society of Physiotherapy
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of experience of working as part of a team
- Evidence of a wide range of student clinical placements including experience of treating patients with respiratory, orthopaedic medical and neurological conditionings.
Desirable
- Evidence of involvement in research / audit
- Experience of working within an NHS Trust
- Evidence of experience of working with physiotherapy assistants /TI's
- Evidence of experience of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Evidence of experience in providing advise to patients and carers
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non-verbal
- Evidence of ability to establish good working relationships and to work within a team
Desirable
- Presentation skills
Planning and organisation skill
Essential
- Evidence of ability to prioritise own workload
Desirable
- Evidence of time management skills
Other role requirements
Essential
- Evidence of knowledge of issues affecting Physiotherapy and the NHS
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Evidence of ability to evaluate own practise
- Evidence of personal insight and reflection skills and evidence of awareness of own strengths and weaknesses
Desirable
- Evidence of ability to clinically reason
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Evidence of a broad understanding of the issues currently affecting Physiotherapy including knowledge of the NHS
- Evidence of a commitment to personal development
- Good writing skills
- Evidence of self motivation
Desirable
- Evidence of a basic understanding of current governmental targets and guidelines
- Computer skills
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Leicester Royal Infirmary
Infirmary Square
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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