Band 5 Float Physiotherapist

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Band 5 Float Physiotherapist to join our therapy rehabilitation teams within the North locality. Vacancy to be based at Chester-Le-Street hospital though this is a float role, involving cross-site cover into Weardale Community Hospital and Shotley Bridge Hospital. We also have x2 community hospitals within the South locality - Sedgefield Community Hospital and Richardson Community hospital. There is also the expectation that staff would cross-site cover into these hospitals if staffing requires, though this can be discussed further during the interview. Applicants must be prepared to participate in a 6 day week service, covering bank holidays and Saturdays on a rota basis. Come and join this exciting development. Receive support and opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skills with regular individual supervision, peer support and access to additional learning., This post is for a Band 5 Float Physiotherapist full time. The service will work over 6 days a week. Come and join this exciting development. Receive support and opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skills with regular individual supervision, peer support and access to additional learning. The successful applicant will independently manage a caseload providing holistic, short term, goal led intervention following a comprehensive assessment. These patients will present with a wide range of problems and will allow you to develop your knowledge Opportunities to: Develop skills in holistic assessing beyond the scope of your traditional Physiotherapy practice. Develop your supervisory, leadership and service development skills. To support assistant staff and to help with their development Lead and participate in peer support and in service training, To work as a member of the clinical team of physiotherapists, occupational therapists and therapy assistants within community therapy services. The post holder will independently manage a caseload and provide assessments to adults referred to the team who present with a range of physical dysfunction/or disabilities resulting from injury, illness, surgery or chronic disease, within a range of community settings and establishments (including Rehabilitation Wards/Units, Clients Homes, Care Homes) On an on-going basis the post holder will assess, diagnose, implement and evaluate individual programmes of care for patients. The post holder will work within a multi-professional team (Consultants, GPs, nursing staff, Occupational Therapists, Social workers and other AHPs) regarding the management and discharge of patients under your care. The post holder will work under the guidance of a senior therapist

• BSc Physiotherapy or equivalent
• HCPC registration
• Continuing Professional Development Diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience, Relevant experience in physical rehabilitation including recent general rehabilitation
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of communication skills within a wide variety of settings, Ability to travel independently across Trust sites and the locality, and carry small items of equipment on a daily basis to fulfil the requirements of the post
Statutory Registration,
• Up to date knowledge of professional practice and new research
• An understanding of legal responsibilities within the profession
• Able to present information, written and orally in a clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise and prioritise
• Ability to maintain high levels of concentration
• Ability to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• IT skills Innovative approach to working life
• Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
• Presentational skills
• Evidence of working across professional boundaries, Innovative approach to working life
• Able to use own initiative appropriately to enhance service delivery
• Presentational skills
• Evidence of working across professional boundaries
  
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You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks. We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes. We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented. Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents. Over reliance on AI-generated content is discouraged and may diminish the applicant's chances of success. For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.